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broadsword Synonyms

Another word for broadsword

Choosing another word for broadsword 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 general term used informally in fantasy and popular culture to describe any heavy, wide-bladed medieval sword.

Usage Example

"The knight in the novel drew a heavy longsword to defend the castle gates against the invaders."

Strong
longsword
Weak
claymore

• noun (Context 2)

A sword with a straight, broad, flat blade primarily designed for cutting rather than thrusting, typically featuring a basket hilt and intended for one-handed use.

Usage Example

"The museum displayed an impressive collection of Scottish highland broadswords used during the Jacobite risings."

Strong
backsword
sword
Weak
blade

Opposites of broadsword

The opposite of broadsword shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

foil
rapier
See all opposites of broadsword

• Nearby Words

broadness
broadsheet
broadside
broadsword
broadway
brocade
brocaded

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