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discus Synonyms

Another word for discus

Choosing another word for discus 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 heavy, circular plate, typically made of wood with a metal rim, that is thrown for distance in track and field athletic competitions.

Usage Example

"The athlete stepped into the throwing circle, spun rapidly, and launched the disc across the field."

Strongest
disc
disk

• noun (Context 2)

A brightly colored, laterally compressed freshwater fish of the genus Symphysodon, native to the Amazon River basin and highly popular among aquarium enthusiasts.

Usage Example

"The large planted aquarium was home to a beautiful school of vibrant blue and red cichlid."

Weak
cichlid

• Nearby Words

discrimination
discriminatorily
discriminatory
discus
discuss
discussable
discussion

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Discus. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/discus
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