banshees

The word “banshees” has 2 syllables: ban-shees

It's pronounced as /ˈbænʃiz/


What is synonym and antonym for banshees?

In the thesaurus, “banshees” has 64 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for banshees along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for banshees

Antonyms for banshees

  • angels

Meanings of banshees

  • noun
    1. (Irish folklore) A female spirit, usually taking the form of a woman whose mournful wailing warns of an impending death.
    2. A noisy or ill-tempered woman.

Example Sentences

  • The village elders warned the locals about the wailing of banshees during the full moon.
  • According to the legend, banshees are the spirits of women who died tragically.
  • The eerie sound of banshees howling in the night sent the travelers running in fear.
  • Some people believe that the cries of banshees signal an impending tragedy or death.
  • In the misty hills, tales of banshees have been passed down through generations.

On this page you'll find 65 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to banshees, such as: afreets, afrits, angels, apparitions, bogeys, bogies, brownies.

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  • pucks
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