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shrew Synonyms
Another word for shrew
Choosing another word for shrew depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A small, predominantly insectivorous mammal of the family Soricidae, resembling a mouse but typically possessing a long pointed snout, tiny eyes, and dense fur, found in various terrestrial habitats globally except Australia and Antarctica.
Usage Example
"The common shrewmouse forages continuously in the dense forest undergrowth to maintain its exceptionally high metabolic rate."
Strongest
shrewmouse
• noun (Context 2)
A bad-tempered, aggressively assertive, or sharply critical woman.
Usage Example
"In classical literature, the protagonist frequently finds himself trapped in a turbulent marriage to an outspoken virago."
Strongest
virago
termagant
harridan
Strong
harpy
scold
vixen
battle-axe
fishwife
bitch
nag
Opposites of shrew
The opposite of shrew shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
angel
sweetheart
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Shrew. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/shrew