Synonyms for

Thorne

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

Definition

Thorne is a surname that originated in England and means 'thorn bush'.

Synonyms & similar words

Thorn Thornbush Thornwood Thornhill Thornley Thornby Thorness Thornfield Thornford Thornham Thornhilll Thornlea Thornleywood Thornliebank Thornley-with-Wheatley Thornwood-common Thornshaw Thornsett Thorncliff

Synonyms by register

Formal

barrier obstruction impediment

Informal

prickle spiky bit

Literary

bramble briar thornbush

Antonyms

clearing opening gap path passage space

Common collocations

  • sharp thorne
  • thorny bush
  • thorny plant
  • thorny branch
  • thorny hedge
  • thorny problem
  • thorny issue

Word family

noun thorne
adjective thorny

Usage note

The word 'thorne' is an archaic or poetic variant of 'thorn'. While it can be used for effect, 'thorn' is the standard and more common form in modern English.

Example sentences

  1. The Thorne family moved to a new house.
  2. I met a girl named Bella Thorne.
  3. Thorne is a common surname in England.
  4. My friend's middle name is Thorne.
  5. The author of that book is named Thorne.

Quotes

  • I can be very naughty and bad, but I think there's a pretty good balance between naughty and nice. - Bella Thorne
  • Success is like a thorn in your side. - Sufjan Stevens
  • The thorn from the bush one has planted, nourished and pruned pricks more deeply and draws more blood. - Maya Angelou

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