badger Synonyms
Another word for badger
• noun (Context 1)
A heavily built, short-legged omnivorous mammal of the family Mustelidae, characterized by its distinctive striped face and powerful claws adapted for burrowing, native to North America, Europe, and Asia.
"We were lucky enough to spot a brock emerging from its underground sett at dusk."
• verb (Context 2)
To repeatedly ask someone to do something; to relentlessly pester or harass.
"The journalists continued to pester the politician for a clear answer regarding the recent scandal."
• noun (Context 3)
A native or resident of the US state of Wisconsin (often capitalized as Badger).
"As a proud wisconsinite, she never missed a chance to cheer for her home state's university football team."
Opposites of badger
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of badger varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: