cadet

The word “cadet” has 2 syllables: cad-et

It's pronounced as /ˈkædɪt/


What is synonym and antonym for cadet?

In the thesaurus, “cadet” has 11 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for cadet along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for cadet

Meanings of cadet

  • noun
    1. A student at a military school who is training to be an officer.
    2. A younger or youngest son, who would not inherit as a firstborn son would.
    3. (in compounds, chiefly in genealogy) Junior. (See also the heraldic term cadency.).
    4. A young man who makes a business of ruining girls to put them in brothels.
    5. A young gentleman learning sheep farming at a station; also, any young man attached to a sheep station.

Example Sentences

  • The military academy welcomed a new group of eager cadets ready to undergo rigorous training.
  • Aspiring to become a pilot, she joined the aviation program as a dedicated cadet.
  • The senior cadet led the formation, setting an example for the recruits to follow.
  • Each cadet underwent a series of challenges to test their physical and mental resilience.
  • In the parade, the disciplined cadet unit marched with precision and unity.

On this page you'll find 11 synonyms or another words to cadet, such as: fancy man, junior, mack daddy, midshipman, pander, pimp, plebe.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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