Synonyms for

Thumb

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

Definition

A short, thick digit of the hand that is set lower and apart from the other four and is opposable to them.

Synonyms & similar words

riff ovolo flick hitch quarterround hitchhike riffle leaf flip pollex finger digit pinkie pinky pointer toe tum

Synonyms by register

Formal

pollex

Informal

big toe

Literary

digitus primus

Antonyms

little finger pinky toe digit

Common collocations

  • thumb through
  • thumbs up
  • thumbs down
  • thumb wrestle
  • thumb drive
  • thumb tack
  • thumb screw
  • rule of thumb

Word family

noun thumb
verb thumb

Usage note

The word 'thumb' primarily refers to the short, thick finger on the side of the hand. It can also be used as a verb meaning to flip through pages or to signal approval/disapproval.

Example sentences

  1. I use my thumb to hold the pencil.
  2. My thumb hurts because I cut it.
  3. Can you see my thumb?
  4. I have a band-aid on my thumb.
  5. I use my thumb to push the button.

Quotes

  • I'm the thumb that'll thug through the night.
  • The most important part of the body is the brain. Of my face, I like the eyebrows and eyes. Aside from that, I like nothing. My head is too small.
  • Every time I hurt myself, I know that I can't play the piano. But then, when I play the piano, somehow the hurt disappears.

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