Synonyms for

Vet

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

Definition

A vet is a doctor for animals.

Synonyms & similar words

veteran veterinarysurgeon veterinarian veterinary exserviceman veterinarian

Synonyms by register

Formal

examine inspect scrutinize review

Informal

check out look over give a once-over

Literary

peruse survey

Antonyms

novice beginner newcomer amateur layperson

Common collocations

  • vet candidate
  • vet applicant
  • vet proposals
  • vet thoroughly
  • vet carefully
  • vet the system
  • vet the plan

Word family

noun veterinarian
verb vet

Usage note

As a verb, 'vet' means to examine or investigate carefully. It is often used in the context of screening candidates or proposals. Avoid using it for medical examinations of animals, as that is the domain of a veterinarian.

Example sentences

  1. The vet gave my cat a check-up.
  2. The vet helped my dog recover from surgery.
  3. The vet prescribed medicine for my rabbit.
  4. The vet examined my hamster's teeth.
  5. The veternarian gave my horse a vaccination.

Quotes

  • I wanted to be a vet when I was little, but then I started doing theater in high school and I realized that's what I wanted to pursue.
  • My dad was a farmer, and we grew up knowing that the animals that we raised were going to be used for food. But I didn't want to be a vet or anything.
  • I'm not a vet, nor do I have any formal training in medicine or animal care.

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