prick Synonyms
Another word for prick
• noun (Context 1)
An act of piercing something with a fine, sharp point, or the small hole or mark made by such an action.
"The nurse warned that the blood test would require only a quick pinprick of the finger."
• noun (Context 2)
A contemptible, obnoxious, or arrogant person (used as a vulgar slang insult).
"Everyone in the office agreed that the new supervisor was acting like an arrogant jerk."
• verb (Context 3)
To make a small, shallow hole in something with a fine, sharp point.
"Be sure to pierce the skin of the potatoes with a fork before baking them."
• noun (Context 4)
A sudden, sharp sensation of physical pain or mental distress, such as guilt or remorse.
"He felt a sudden pang of conscience after speaking so harshly to his colleague."
• verb (Context 5)
To cause a sharp, stinging physical sensation or a sudden pang of mental distress.
"Tears began to sting her eyes as she read the farewell letter."
• verb (Context 6)
To raise the ears erect when on the alert, or to become suddenly attentive (often used with 'up').
"The dog pricked up its ears at the sound of footsteps on the gravel path."
Opposites of prick
The opposite of prick shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: