raider

The word “raider” has 2 syllables: raid-er

It's pronounced as /ˈreɪdər/

What is synonym and antonym for raider?

In the thesaurus, “raider” has 32 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for raider

aggressor
ambuscader
ambusher
assailant
attacker
bandit
belligerent
buccaneer
cobelligerent
combatant
forayer
freebooter
hawk
highwayman
hijacker
initiator
instigator
invader
jingo
jingoist
looter
marauder
militant
militarist
pilferer
pillager
pirate
plunderer
privateer
rustler
war hawk
warmonger

Antonyms for raider

defender
dove
nonbelligerent
pacifist
peacemaker

Meanings of raider

noun
1. One who engages in a raid; a plunderer.
2. A person who takes or attempts to take control of a firm against the will of current management by purchasing a controlling interest of stock and acquiring proxies.
3. A special forces operative; a commando.
4. A warship which is light, maneuverable, and fast-moving.
5. A person who uncovers evidence of improper behavior within governmental or private organizations.

Example Sentences

The football team's star raider broke through the defense with lightning speed, scoring the winning touchdown.
As a seasoned treasure hunter, he was known as a daring raider of ancient tombs and lost cities.
The police set up roadblocks to catch the bank raider who had just robbed a nearby branch.
In the online gaming community, she was feared as a relentless raider, always dominating the leaderboards.
Archaeologists uncovered evidence of an ancient Viking raider settlement along the coast, shedding light on their seafaring exploits.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to raider, such as: aggressor, ambuscader, ambusher, assailant, attacker, bandit, belligerent.

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