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ostrich Antonyms

Opposite of ostrich

Pinning down the opposite of ostrich requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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A person who refuses to face reality or ignores obvious dangers and problems, from the popular myth that the bird hides its head in the sand when threatened.

Usage Example

"By ignoring the clear warning signs of the economic downturn, the board of directors acted like an realist."

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realist
pragmatist

Similar words to ostrich

Words similar to ostrich shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

escapist
evader
avoider
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Ostrich. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/ostrich
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