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wrath Synonyms

Another word for wrath

Choosing another word for wrath depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Extreme, fierce, or righteous anger and indignation.

Usage Example

"The employees feared the ire of the director after the project missed its deadline."

Strongest
ire
fury
rage
Strong
choler
indignation
anger
outrage
furor
spleen

• noun (Context 2)

Retributory punishment or vengeance inflicted as an expression of intense anger, especially by a deity or a person in authority.

Usage Example

"Ancient myths often depict mortals attempting to appease the gods to escape divine vengeance."

Strongest
vengeance
retribution
Strong
punishment
reprisal
nemesis

Opposites of wrath

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

mercy
clemency
calmness
forgiveness
serenity
pardon
forbearance
goodwill
See all opposites of wrath

• Nearby Words

wrapper
wrapping
wrasse
wrath
wrathful
wrathfully
wreak

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