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thorn Synonyms
Another word for thorn
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• noun (Context 1)
A stiff, sharp-pointed, woody projection on the stem or other part of a plant.
Usage Example
"She accidentally pricked her finger on a rose prickle while gathering flowers from the garden."
Strongest
prickle
spine
Strong
barb
spike
briar
• noun (Context 2)
A constant source of annoyance, distress, or grief.
Usage Example
"The unresolved property dispute remained a persistent irritant in the side of the local council."
Strong
irritant
nuisance
annoyance
affliction
vexation
Opposites of thorn
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of thorn varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
comfort
relief
blessing
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Thorn. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/thorn