goat Synonyms
Another word for goat
• noun (Context 1)
A hardy domesticated or wild ruminant mammal of the genus Capra (family Bovidae), native to mountainous regions of Eurasia and Africa, typically having backward-curving horns, cloven hooves, and a beard.
"The mountain billy goat navigated the steep rocky cliffs with remarkable agility."
• noun (Context 2)
The meat of a goat used as food, widely consumed in curries, stews, and roasts across Caribbean, South Asian, Middle Eastern, and African cuisines.
"The restaurant's signature dish is a slow-simmered curry made with tender chevon and aromatic spices."
• noun (Context 3)
A person who is blamed for a failure or mistake, especially an athlete held responsible for losing a game.
"After dropping the final pass in the championship game, the veteran receiver became the scapegoat of the series."
• noun (Context 4)
A lecherous or lustful man (often used in the phrase 'old goat').
"She ignored the inappropriate remarks made by the lecherous old lecher at the tavern."
Opposites of goat
The opposite of goat shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: