Synonyms for

Viking

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

Definition

A viking is a member of a group of Scandinavian people who sailed in boats to raid and settle in other countries, between the 8th and 11th centuries.

Synonyms & similar words

viking Norseman raider pirate seafarer explorer warrior adventurer settler invader conqueror mariner navigator sailor corsair privateer freebooter buccaneer

Synonyms by register

Formal

raider marauder invader plunderer

Informal

pirate buccaneer sea dog

Literary

sea wolf Norseman Norse warrior

Antonyms

settler farmer trader merchant peasant homesteader

Common collocations

  • Norse viking
  • Viking Age
  • Viking raid
  • Viking ship
  • Viking settlement
  • Viking explorer
  • Viking culture

Word family

noun viking
adjective Viking

Usage note

While 'Viking' historically refers to a specific group of Norse seafarers and warriors, it is sometimes used more broadly to describe any fierce or aggressive person, though this usage can be an oversimplification.

Example sentences

  1. The viking warriors were known for their fierce fighting skills.
  2. The vikings sailed their longboats across the ocean to discover new lands.
  3. The viking settlement grew into a thriving community.
  4. The viking leader was a skilled navigator and strategist.
  5. The viking raiders plundered many coastal towns and villages.

Quotes

  • The viking spirit is still alive in Scandinavia.
  • Viking culture continues to inspire people around the world.
  • The viking era was a time of great adventure and exploration.

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