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bloodhound Synonyms

Another word for bloodhound

Choosing another word for bloodhound depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A large breed of hound noted for its exceptionally keen sense of smell and its ability to track human or animal scents over great distances, typically characterized by a wrinkled face, loose skin, and long, drooping ears.

Usage Example

"The local police department brought in a trained sleuthhound to help find the missing child in the dense forest."

Strongest
sleuthhound

• noun (Context 2)

A relentless person, particularly an investigator or detective, who pursues a clue, fact, or suspect with unwavering determination.

Usage Example

"The investigative journalist was a true sleuth, refusing to let the corporate corruption scandal drop until she had uncovered every hidden document."

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sleuth
Strong
detective
investigator
gumshoe
hound
tracker
shamus

• Nearby Words

bloodcurdling
blooded
bloodfin
bloodhound
bloodily
bloodiness
bloodless

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Bloodhound. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/bloodhound
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