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baboon Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A large Old World monkey of the genus Papio, native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, characterized by a long, dog-like muzzle, prominent canine teeth, and a complex social hierarchy.
Usage Example
"The wildlife documentary followed a troop of baboons as they foraged for roots and insects across the African savanna."
Strong
primate
monkey
• noun (Context 2)
A person regarded as stupid, brutish, or completely lacking in manners (used informally as an insult).
Usage Example
"The frustrated coach yelled at the players, calling them a bunch of baboons for making such foolish mistakes on the field."
Strong
oaf
brute
fool
idiot
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Baboon. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/baboon