hangman

The word “hangman” has 2 syllables: hang-man

It's pronounced as /ˈhæŋmæn/


What is synonym and antonym for hangman?

In the thesaurus, “hangman” has 5 synonyms.

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


Synonyms for hangman

  • assassin
  • executioner
  • executor
  • headsman
  • murderer

Meanings of hangman

  • noun
    1. An executioner responsible for hanging criminals.
    2. (games) A guessing game where one has to guess the word an opponent is thinking of by guessing one letter at a time, and involving the gradual drawing of a stick figure hanging from the gallows.

Example Sentences

  • We played a fun game of hangman during lunch break.
  • The children took turns drawing the letters in the game of hangman.
  • In history class, we discussed the role of the hangman in past judicial systems.
  • He guessed the word correctly and won the game of hangman.
  • The hangman slowly drew the lines as the players guessed their letters.

On this page you'll find 5 synonyms or another words to hangman, such as: assassin, executioner, executor, headsman, murderer.

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

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