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spittle Synonyms
Another word for spittle
Choosing another word for spittle depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
Saliva, especially when ejected from the mouth or seen on the lips.
Usage Example
"The passionate speaker shouted into the microphone, sending flecks of saliva into the air."
Strongest
saliva
spit
Strong
sputum
drool
slobber
drivel
slaver
• noun (Context 2)
The frothy white mass secreted by the nymphs of froghoppers (spittlebugs) on plant stems for protection.
Usage Example
"While inspecting the garden, she noticed tiny patches of frothy cuckoo spit clinging to the lavender stems."
Strongest
cuckoo spit
frog spit
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Spittle. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/spittle