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viper Synonyms
Another word for viper
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• noun (Context 1)
A venomous snake belonging to the family Viperidae, typically characterized by a broad, triangular head and long, hinged fangs used for injecting venom.
Usage Example
"The researcher carefully used a hook to lift the adder, ensuring a safe distance from its highly evolved fangs."
Strong
adder
serpent
Weak
snake
• noun (Context 2)
A spiteful, treacherous, or malicious person who betrays the trust of others.
Usage Example
"He realized too late that he had invited a traitor into his inner circle when she secretly leaked their strategic plans to a rival."
Strongest
traitor
backstabber
Strong
betrayer
snake
scoundrel
Opposites of viper
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of viper varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
ally
friend
supporter
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Viper. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/viper