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receiver Antonyms
Opposite of receiver
Because the opposite of receiver shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A person who gets or accepts something that has been sent, given, or communicated.
Usage Example
"The sender of the package must sign the delivery confirmation form upon its arrival."
Strongest
sender
giver
donor
Strong
consignor
payer
• noun (Context 2)
An electronic device, apparatus, or component that captures incoming electromagnetic signals and converts them into sound, light, or usable data.
Usage Example
"She tuned the radio transmitter to a local broadcasting station to listen to the morning news."
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transmitter
• noun (Context 3)
An offensive player in gridiron football whose primary role is to run designated routes and catch forward passes.
Usage Example
"The quarterback threw a long pass down the sideline, hitting the wide passer perfectly in stride."
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passer
Strong
quarterback
cornerback
Similar words to receiver
Words similar to receiver shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
recipient
wide receiver
wideout
pass catcher
addressee
tuner
beneficiary
flanker
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Receiver. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/receiver