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volley Synonyms

Another word for volley

Choosing another word for volley depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A rapid, simultaneous, or continuous outpouring of many things at once, especially words, questions, or projectiles.

Usage Example

"The spokesperson faced a relentless barrage of questions from the journalists in the room."

Strongest
barrage
salvo
fusillade
Strong
hail
shower
torrent
stream
outburst

• verb (Context 2)

To discharge, utter, or send forth in a rapid, simultaneous stream or succession.

Usage Example

"Debaters on both sides began to hurl counterarguments across the podium."

Strong
hurl
pelt
shower
bombard

Opposites of volley

The opposite of volley shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

trickle
dribble
See all opposites of volley

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Volley. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/volley
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