fox Synonyms
Another word for fox
• noun (Context 1)
A small-to-medium-sized omnivorous mammal of the family Canidae, typically characterized by a pointed muzzle, erect ears, and a long bushy tail, found natively across Eurasia, North America, and parts of Africa.
"The red canid darted across the snowy meadow, its thick coat providing insulation against the bitter winter cold."
• noun (Context 2)
A cunning, crafty, or sly person.
"The veteran detective was a wily old trickster who could easily see right through a suspect's lies."
• verb (Context 3)
To baffle, confuse, or deceive (someone) through cleverness or cunning.
"The final question on the mathematics examination completely foxed even the brightest students."
• noun (Context 4)
A physically attractive person.
"He couldn't help but stare when she walked into the room, thinking she was a real beauty."
• verb (Context 5)
To discolor or become discolored with yellowish-brown spots or stains (especially of antique paper, books, or prints).
"Improper storage in a damp basement caused the pages of the rare manuscript to discolor."
Opposites of fox
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of fox varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: