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opera Synonyms
Another word for opera
Choosing another word for opera depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A dramatic theatrical work in one or more acts, set to music for classical singers and instrumentalists, or the genre of classical music and theater comprising such works.
Usage Example
"They bought tickets to see an Italian music drama performed by the national symphony orchestra."
Strong
music drama
Weak
operetta
• noun (Context 2)
A theater or Performing Arts building specifically designed and used for staging operatic performances.
Usage Example
"We dressed in formal attire for our evening at the Vienna State opera house."
Strongest
opera house
Strong
theater
Weak
playhouse
• noun (Context 3)
The plural form of 'opus', referring to a collection of artistic, literary, or musical works.
Usage Example
"The university library houses the complete opuses of several medieval philosophers."
Strongest
opuses
Strong
works
compositions
oeuvre
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Opera. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/opera