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possum Synonyms

Another word for possum

Choosing another word for possum 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)

Any of numerous arboreal marsupials native to Australia, New Guinea, and adjacent islands, typically possessing a prehensile tail and a dense, woolly coat.

Usage Example

"We watched a brushtail phalanger skillfully navigate the telephone wires before jumping into the eucalyptus tree."

Strongest
phalanger
Weak
marsupial

• noun (Context 2)

An opossum, specifically the Virginia opossum native to North America, noted for its hairless tail and tendency to feign death when threatened.

Usage Example

"Our dog barked wildly when it cornered a opossum searching for scraps near the outdoor garbage cans."

Strongest
opossum

• Nearby Words

possibility
possible
possibly
possum
post
post-truth
postaccident

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Possum. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 10, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/possum
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