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mummy Synonyms
Another word for mummy
Choosing another word for mummy depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
An affectionate term used by or to children for their mother.
Usage Example
"The little girl ran across the playground to give her mommy a big hug."
Strongest
mommy
mama
mamma
mum
mom
Strong
mammy
mother
ma
• noun (Context 2)
A dead human or animal body that has been preserved by natural processes or artificial embalming, especially one from ancient Egypt wrapped in bandages.
Usage Example
"The archaeologists carefully excavated the tomb to reveal a perfectly preserved Egyptian corpse."
Strong
corpse
Weak
cadaver
• verb (Context 3)
To preserve a corpse by embalming and wrapping it in cloth, or to cause to dry up and shrivel into a preserved state.
Usage Example
"The ancient priests would mummify the remains of the pharaohs to ensure their safe passage to the afterlife."
Strongest
mummify
embalm
Strong
preserve
desiccate
Weak
shrivel
Opposites of mummy
The opposite of mummy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
daddy
papa
dad
father
pa
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mummy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mummy