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yellowjacket Synonyms

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• noun (Context 1)

A predatory, social wasp of the genera Vespula or Dolichovespula, native primarily to the Northern Hemisphere, known for its distinctive yellow and black bands and a tendency to aggressively defend its nest.

Usage Example

"We had to move our picnic indoors after a swarm of yellowjackets discovered the sugary drinks and fruit on the table."

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wasp
Strong
vespid
hornet

• Nearby Words

yellowhorn
yellowish
yellowishness
yellowjacket
yellowlegs
yellowness
yellowroot

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