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pate Synonyms

Another word for pate

Choosing another word for pate 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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• noun (Context 1)

A rich, savory paste made from finely minced or mashed meat, fish, or vegetables (frequently spelled 'pâté' to distinguish it from the word for head).

Usage Example

"We started our dinner with a delicate chicken liver paste served on toasted brioche."

Strongest
paste
Strong
spread
terrine

• noun (Context 2)

The human head, especially the crown or top of the head (often used to refer to a bald head).

Usage Example

"The older gentleman wiped the perspiration from his smooth, bald head."

Strongest
head
Strong
crown
scalp
dome
Weak
poll

• Nearby Words

patchwork
patchy
patdown
pate
patella
patent
patented

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