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goalpost Synonyms

Another word for goalpost

Choosing another word for goalpost depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

One of the two vertical uprights that support the crossbar and form the goal structure in various field sports, such as soccer, rugby, and American football.

Usage Example

"The kicker missed the field goal when the ball struck the right post and bounced back onto the field."

Strongest
post
upright

• noun (Context 2)

A target, standard, or criterion for success, frequently used figuratively to describe expectations that are unfairly altered.

Usage Example

"It is nearly impossible to satisfy the board of directors when they keep moving the goalposts for the company's annual revenue."

Strong
benchmark
standard
target
criterion
yardstick
goal
objective
threshold

• Nearby Words

goalkeeping
goalkicker
goalless
goalpost
goalscorer
goalscoring
goaltender

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