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fakirs

The word “fakirs” has 2 syllables: fa-kirs

It's pronounced as /fəˈkɪərz/

What is synonym and antonym for fakirs?

In the thesaurus, “fakirs” has 13 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for fakirs

  • charlatans
  • cheats
  • deceivers
  • dodgers
  • fakes
  • frauds
  • imposters
  • mountebanks
  • pretenders
  • shams
  • sharks
  • sharpers
  • swindlers

Antonyms for fakirs

  • aces
  • adepts
  • authorities
  • experts
  • maestri
  • maestros
  • masters
  • past masters
  • professionals
  • virtuosi
  • virtuosos
  • wizards

Meanings of fakirs

  • noun
    1. A faqir, owning no personal property and usually living solely off alms.
    2. (Hindu) An ascetic mendicant, especially one who performs feats of endurance or apparent magic.
    3. Someone who takes advantage of the gullible through fakery, especially of a spiritual or religious nature.

Example Sentences

  • The marketplace was filled with colorful stalls where fakirs displayed their wares.
  • Legends speak of ancient fakirs who possessed supernatural powers.
  • Travelers often encountered wandering fakirs on their journeys through the desert.
  • The teachings of the fakirs emphasized the importance of detachment and spiritual discipline.
  • Many people sought solace and guidance from the wise fakirs who roamed the land.

On this page you'll find 25 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to fakirs, such as: aces, adepts, authorities, charlatans, cheats, deceivers, dodgers.

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