Synonyms for

Swords

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

Definition

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Synonyms & similar words

blade steel brand sword blade cutlass foil rapier saber scimitar weapon machete dirk dagger knife bayonet pike lance halberd glaive partisan brand broadsword claymore

Synonyms by register

Formal

blades weapons armaments steel

Informal

cutters pointy things edges

Literary

falchions scimitars rapiers claymores

Antonyms

peace diplomacy talks negotiation treaty accord

Common collocations

  • draw swords
  • cross swords
  • sheathe swords
  • unsheathe swords
  • fight with swords
  • sword fight
  • sword dance
  • sword of justice

Word family

noun sword
verb sworded

Usage note

While 'swords' is the plural of 'sword', it's often used metonymically to refer to warfare or conflict. For example, 'the pen is mightier than the sword'.

Example sentences

  1. The pirate drew his sword and charged at the enemy.
  2. The knight's sword glinted in the sunlight.
  3. The samurai's sword was passed down from generation to generation.
  4. The fencer wielded her sword with grace and precision.
  5. The Viking warrior's sword was his most prized possession.

Quotes

  • The pen is mightier than the sword.
  • I would rather have a good sword in my hand than a bad law on my side.
  • The sword is the soul of the samurai.

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