Synonyms for

Ufo

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

Definition

UFO stands for 'Unidentified Flying Object'. It refers to an object in the sky that is not recognized or understood by observers.

Synonyms & similar words

ufo flyingsaucer unidentifiedflyingobject

Synonyms by register

Formal

unidentified aerial phenomenon unidentified flying object

Informal

flying saucer alien craft space junk

Literary

celestial visitor sky anomaly

Common collocations

  • reported UFO
  • UFO sighting
  • UFO encounter
  • UFO evidence
  • UFO theory
  • UFO crash
  • UFO investigation

Word family

noun UFO

Usage note

UFO is an acronym for Unidentified Flying Object. While 'flying saucer' is a common informal synonym, it is more specific and often associated with a particular shape. The term is often used in contexts related to extraterrestrial life or unexplained aerial phenomena.

Example sentences

  1. The witness reported seeing a strange UFO hovering over the lake.
  2. I don't believe in aliens, but I can't explain what that UFO was.
  3. The military denies having any knowledge of the UFO sightings.
  4. People have been fascinated by UFO sightings for decades.
  5. Scientists are still trying to determine the cause of these mysterious UFO sightings.

Quotes

  • I've always been interested in UFOs and the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
  • UFO sightings are often dismissed as weather phenomena or military aircrafts, but some remain unexplained.
  • The truth is out there... somewhere.

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