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gannet Synonyms

Another word for gannet

Choosing another word for gannet 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 large, heavily built seabird of the family Sulidae (genus Morus), native to coastal regions of the North Atlantic and parts of the Southern Hemisphere, characterized by a long neck, pointed bill, and a striking habit of high-speed plunge-diving to catch fish.

Usage Example

"The researchers watched from the cliff as a flock of gannets plunge-dived into the churning ocean to hunt mackerel."

Weak
seabird

• noun (Context 2)

A person who is exceptionally greedy, especially one who eats voraciously and in large quantities.

Usage Example

"Don't be such a glutton; leave some sandwiches for the rest of the guests."

Strongest
glutton
Strong
pig
Weak
gourmand

Opposites of gannet

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

ascetic
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• Nearby Words

gangsterism
gangway
ganja
gannet
gantry
ganymede
gap

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