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clang Synonyms
Another word for clang
Choosing another word for clang depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A loud, resonant, metallic sound, such as that produced by heavy pieces of metal striking together.
Usage Example
"The heavy iron gate shut with a loud clangor that echoed down the empty street."
Strongest
clangor
Strong
clank
clatter
jangle
ring
Weak
peal
knell
• verb (Context 2)
To make or cause to make a loud, resonant, metallic sound.
Usage Example
"The church bells began to clank loudly across the valley at noon."
Strong
clank
ring
clatter
toll
jangle
peal
Weak
resound
chiming
• interjection (Context 3)
Used to imitate or represent a loud, resonant, metallic ringing sound.
Usage Example
"clank! The heavy iron skillet slipped from the rack and hit the kitchen floor."
Strong
clank
bong
Weak
ding
• noun (Context 4)
The harsh, resonant cry of certain large birds, such as cranes or geese.
Usage Example
"We heard the distant honk of migrating geese high above the marsh."
Strong
honk
Weak
squawk
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Clang. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/clang