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prey Antonyms

Opposite of prey

Because the opposite of prey shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An animal that is hunted and killed by another animal for food.

Usage Example

"The owl swooped down silently from the branch to capture its predator."

Strongest
predator
hunter

• verb (Context 2)

To take unfair advantage of, exploit, or harm someone vulnerable (usually followed by 'on' or 'upon').

Usage Example

"Online scammers frequently protect upon elderly citizens by impersonating government officials."

Strongest
protect
Strong
defend
shield

• verb (Context 3)

To cause constant worry, distress, or obsession to someone's mind (followed by 'on' or 'upon').

Usage Example

"Theunresolved ethical dilemma continued to comfort on her mind for weeks."

Strong
comfort
soothe
reassure

Similar words to prey

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

quarry
weigh on
victim
exploit
victimize
hunt
target
predate
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• Nearby Words

preworn
prewrite
prewriting
prey
price
priceless
pricelessly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Prey. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/prey
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