Synonyms for

Striker

Verb / ˈstraɪkɜ: / Another word for striker — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A striker is a person who kicks or hits a ball in games like soccer or hockey in order to score points.

Synonyms & similar words

hitter forward attacker scorer chaser pursuer hunter spearman lancer swordsman combatant assailant aggressor attacker fighter belligerent opponent rival

Synonyms by register

Formal

forward attacker center forward

Informal

goal scorer point man front man

Literary

spearhead vanguard

Antonyms

defender goalkeeper fullback center-back sweeper midfielder

Common collocations

  • striker position
  • striker partnership
  • striker coach
  • striker shortage
  • striker's instinct
  • striker's role
  • striker's goal

Word family

noun striker
verb strike

Usage note

Primarily used in sports, especially soccer, to refer to an attacking player. Can also refer to someone who strikes or hits something.

Example sentences

  1. The striker took the penalty kick and scored a goal.
  2. The team needs a good striker to win the game.
  3. The striker's speed and agility impressed the coach.
  4. The striker's shot hit the crossbar and went out of bounds.
  5. The striker was injured and had to leave the game early.

Quotes

  • The best strikers are the ones who have a natural instinct for scoring goals. - Alan Shearer
  • A striker should always be in the box waiting for the ball. - Thierry Henry
  • A good striker is like a lion; he has to be hungry to score goals. - Zlatan Ibrahimovic

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