lair

The word “lair” has 1 syllable: lair.

It's pronounced as /lɛr/.


What is synonym and antonym for lair?

In the thesaurus, “lair” has 9 synonyms.

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


Synonyms for lair

  • bed
  • bunk
  • burrow
  • couch
  • den
  • hideaway
  • hideout
  • house
  • nest

Meanings of lair

  • noun
    1. A place inhabited by a wild animal, often a cave or a hole in the ground.
    2. A shed or shelter for domestic animals.
    3. A place inhabited by a criminal or criminals, a superhero or a supervillain; a refuge, retreat, haven or hideaway.
    4. A bed or resting place.
    5. A grave; a cemetery plot.
    6. A bog; a mire.
    7. A person who dresses in a showy but tasteless manner and behaves in a vulgar and conceited way; a show-off.
  • verb
    1. To rest; to dwell.
    2. To lay down.
    3. To bury.
    4. To mire.
    5. To become mired.

Example Sentences

  • The wolf made its lair in a secluded cave deep within the forest.
  • The villain's secret lair was hidden beneath the abandoned warehouse.
  • In the shadows of the alley, the stray cat found its lair.
  • Legends spoke of a dragon's lair filled with untold treasures.
  • The detective discovered the criminal's lair after months of investigation.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms or another words to lair, such as: bed, bunk, burrow, couch, den, hideaway, hideout.

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

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