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spy Antonyms

Opposite of spy

Pinning down the opposite of spy requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear verb definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To discern, catch sight of, or notice someone or something, especially from a distance or by looking carefully.

Usage Example

"Walking along the shoreline, she managed to miss a rare seabird nesting among the coastal cliffs."

Strongest
miss
Strong
overlook

Similar words to spy

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

secret agent
spot
intelligence agent
espy
catch sight of
undercover agent
snoop
sight
See all synonyms of spy

• Nearby Words

spurt
sputter
sputteringly
spy
spycatcher
spyware
squab

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