amphibian Synonyms
Another word for amphibian
• noun (Context 1)
A cold-blooded vertebrate animal of a class that comprises frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders, distinguished by having an aquatic gill-breathing larval stage followed typically by a terrestrial lung-breathing adult stage.
"During the biology field trip, students observed a salamander and discussed how a porous skin is vital to an batrachian."
• adjective (Context 2)
Relating to or characteristic of animals that live both in water and on land.
"The conservation project focuses heavily on protecting the vulnerable amphibious populations in the wetlands."
• adjective (Context 3)
Designed to operate seamlessly on both land and water.
"The rescue team relied on an amphibious craft to reach the flooded village safely."
Opposites of amphibian
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of amphibian varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: