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wriggle Synonyms

Another word for wriggle

Choosing another word for wriggle depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To twist and turn with quick, short, writhing movements.

Usage Example

"The toddler began to squirm impatiently in the high chair."

Strongest
squirm
wiggle
Strong
writhe
fidget
twist
jiggle

• verb (Context 2)

To move into, out of, or through a tight space or awkward situation by twisting or using subtle maneuvers.

Usage Example

"He tried to worm out of his commitment at the last minute."

Strong
worm
squeeze
maneuver
extricate

• noun (Context 3)

A quick twisting, squirming, or turning movement.

Usage Example

"With a quick squirm of its body, the lizard slipped beneath the garden wall."

Strongest
squirm
wiggle
Strong
twist
jerk

• Nearby Words

wretched
wretchedly
wretchedness
wriggle
wriggly
wright
wring

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