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jugular Synonyms

Another word for jugular

Choosing another word for jugular depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Any of several large veins in the neck that carry deoxygenated blood from the head back to the heart.

Usage Example

"The veterinary surgeon monitored the horse's jugular vein while administering the intravenous medication."

Strongest
jugular vein

• adjective (Context 2)

Relating to or situated in the neck or throat.

Usage Example

"The physician carefully examined the patient's cervical pulse during the cardiovascular assessment."

Strong
cervical

• noun (Context 3)

The most vital or vulnerable point of a person, organization, or argument (especially in the phrase 'go for the jugular').

Usage Example

"During the televised debate, the challenger went straight for the weak spot by questioning the incumbent's financial record."

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weak spot
achilles' heel

• Nearby Words

jughead
juglans
jugs
jugular
juice
juiced
juiceless

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