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hawklike Synonyms
Another word for hawklike
Choosing another word for hawklike depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Resembling a hawk in physical appearance, especially in having a sharp, hooked nose or prominent, angular facial features.
Usage Example
"The portrait captured the elderly statesman's hawkish profile and piercing eyes."
Strongest
hawkish
aquiline
Strong
accipitrine
hooked
beaked
• adjective (Context 2)
Characteristic of a hawk in behavior or perception, especially in being keenly observant, vigilant, or predatory.
Usage Example
"The editor reviewed every manuscript with hawk-eyed attention to detail, catching even the smallest typographical errors."
Strongest
hawk-eyed
Strong
eagle-eyed
keen-eyed
vigilant
watchful
predatory
raptorial
Opposites of hawklike
The opposite of hawklike shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
oblivious
inattentive
unobservant
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hawklike. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hawklike