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donkey Synonyms
Another word for donkey
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• noun (Context 1)
A domesticated hoofed mammal of the horse family with long ears and a braying call, widely used as a beast of burden.
Usage Example
"The farmer used a sturdy burro to carry heavy sacks of grain up the steep mountain path."
Strongest
burro
ass
jackass
Weak
mule
• noun (Context 2)
A foolish, stupid, or obstinate person.
Usage Example
"He realized he was acting like a fool when he stubbornly refused to accept any advice from his experienced colleagues."
Strong
fool
dunce
idiot
blockhead
Opposites of donkey
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of donkey varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
genius
sage
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Donkey. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/donkey