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fearsome Synonyms

Another word for fearsome

Choosing another word for fearsome depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Frightening or terrifying, especially in appearance, manner, or reputation.

Usage Example

"The ancient folklore described a frightening dragon guarding the mountain pass."

Strongest
frightening
terrifying
formidable
Strong
menacing
intimidating
dreadful
redoubtable
alarming
daunting
scary

• adjective (Context 2)

Inspiring awe or respect by being impressively large, intense, or powerful.

Usage Example

"The tennis player was known for her formidable serve and relentless agility on the court."

Strongest
formidable
awe-inspiring
Strong
imposing
redoubtable
impressive
tremendous
mighty

Opposites of fearsome

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

reassuring
comforting
unimpressive
feeble
harmless
weak
benign
gentle
See all opposites of fearsome

• Nearby Words

fearlessness
fearmonger
fearmongering
fearsome
fearsomely
fearsomeness
feasibility

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