io Synonyms
Another word for io
• noun (Context 1)
A large, colorful North American saturniid moth (Automeris io) whose hindwings each bear a prominent, dark circular eyespot used to startle predators; also called the io moth.
"When startled by a bird, the resting io moth flashed its bright hindwing eyespots to deter the attacker."
• noun (Context 2)
A medium-sized hawk (Buteo solitarius) endemic to the islands of Hawaii, typically inhabiting native forests on the island of Hawaii; also called the Hawaiian hawk.
"The hawaiian hawk soared effortlessly above the canopy of native ohia trees on the slopes of Mauna Loa."
• interjection (Context 3)
An exclamation of joy, triumph, or exultation (historically and poetically used in classical invocations).
"The chorus chanted "hurrah, Bacchus!" as the festival procession wound through the ancient streets."
• noun (Context 4)
A loud cry or exclamation of joy, triumph, or exultation.
"The victorious poet was greeted with loud ios of praise from the assembled crowd."
Opposites of io
The opposite of io shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: