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hare Synonyms
Another word for hare
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• noun (Context 1)
A fast-running, long-eared mammal of the family Leporidae, typically larger than a rabbit, characterized by long hind legs and living above ground in open environments.
Usage Example
"We spotted a large brown jackrabbit darting across the snowy field at dawn."
Strongest
jackrabbit
Strong
leporid
• verb (Context 2)
To run or move with great speed; to sprint or tear.
Usage Example
"As soon as the final bell rang, the children hared out of the classroom."
Strongest
sprint
dash
Strong
tear
race
bolt
• noun (Context 3)
A mechanical lure used in greyhound racing to encourage the dogs to run around the track.
Usage Example
"The gates flew open as the mechanical lure zipped around the bend of the track."
Strongest
lure
Strong
dummy
Opposites of hare
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of hare varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
crawl
amble
dawdle
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hare. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hare