Synonyms for

Trojan

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

Definition

Trojan refers to something that is related to the ancient city of Troy or the Trojan War. It can also refer to a type of malicious software that can harm computer systems.

Synonyms & similar words

trojan dardanian trojanhorse dardan Troyan Dardanian Ilion Troas Troianus Troianus Troica Troicae Troicam Troicas Troicos Troie Troii Troios Troja Trojans Trojans Trojensis Trojica Trojicae

Synonyms by register

Formal

deceptive insidious covert underhanded

Informal

sneaky shady tricky undercover

Literary

wily cunning guileful

Antonyms

honest open direct guileless sincere forthright

Common collocations

  • Trojan horse
  • Trojan virus
  • Trojan war
  • Trojan soldier
  • Trojan hero
  • Trojan plan

Word family

noun Trojan
adjective Trojan

Usage note

Refers to something or someone deceptively appearing harmless but harboring malicious intent, often originating from the story of the Trojan War. In computing, it specifically refers to malware disguised as legitimate software.

Example sentences

  1. The Trojan prince Paris abducted Helen, the wife of King Menelaus of Sparta.
  2. The Trojan War lasted for ten years before the Greeks finally defeated the Trojans.
  3. The Trojan horse was a clever trick that helped the Greeks win the war.
  4. My computer got infected with a Trojan virus and I had to get it fixed.
  5. The Trojan army was led by Hector, the greatest warrior of Troy.

Quotes

  • Beware of Greeks bearing gifts.
  • In war, the first casualty is truth.
  • All is fair in love and war.

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