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mole Synonyms
Another word for mole
Choosing another word for mole depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A small, slightly elevated, pigmented spot or blemish on the human skin formed by a cluster of melanocytes.
Usage Example
"The dermatologist examined the dark nevus on her shoulder to ensure its borders were regular and benign."
Strongest
nevus
Strong
birthmark
beauty mark
beauty spot
freckle
Weak
blemish
• noun (Context 2)
A spy or informant who gradually achieves an trusted position within a government, intelligence agency, or organization in order to secretly pass confidential information to a rival or enemy.
Usage Example
"Counterintelligence officials spent months investigating whether a double agent inside the ministry had leaked the classified documents."
Strongest
double agent
infiltrator
sleeper agent
Strong
spy
plant
informant
informer
undercover agent
fifth columnist
leaker
Opposites of mole
The opposite of mole shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
loyalist
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mole. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mole