Synonyms for
Woman
Definition
A woman is an adult female human being.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- young woman
- old woman
- woman of the year
- woman's rights
- every woman
- woman power
- pregnant woman
Word family
Usage note
While 'woman' is the standard term, some informal synonyms can be considered offensive or dated depending on context and audience. 'Female' is often used as an adjective or in scientific contexts, but as a noun it can sometimes sound clinical or objectifying.
Example sentences
- The woman is a doctor.
- The woman cooked dinner for her family.
- The woman went shopping at the mall.
- The woman played with her children at the park.
- The woman read a book on the couch.
Quotes
A woman is like a tea bag - you can't tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.
The best protection any woman can have... is courage.
There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.