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lest Synonyms

Another word for lest

Choosing another word for lest depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• conjunction (Context 1)

With the intention of preventing something undesirable; to avoid the risk of.

Usage Example

"She spoke in a hushed whisper for fear that anyone in the hallway overhear their plans."

Strongest
for fear that
in case

• conjunction (Context 2)

Used after an expression of fear, anxiety, or apprehension to introduce the dreaded possibility.

Usage Example

"The hikers were anxious that the gathering storm clouds should trap them on the ridge."

Strong
that
in case

Opposites of lest

The opposite of lest shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

so that
in order that
See all opposites of lest

• Nearby Words

lesser
lesson
lessor
lest
let
let go
let me

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