rapier

The word “rapier” has 2 syllables: ra-pier

It's pronounced as /ˈreɪpɪər/


What is synonym and antonym for rapier?

In the thesaurus, “rapier” has 51 synonyms.

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


Synonyms for rapier

  • backsword
  • bayonet
  • bilbo
  • bill
  • blade
  • bodkin
  • bolo
  • bowie knife
  • brand
  • broadsword
  • claymore
  • cleaver
  • creese
  • curtana
  • cutlas
  • cutlass
  • cutter
  • dagger
  • damascus blade
  • dirk
  • epee
  • estoc
  • falchion
  • foil
  • glaive
  • hack
  • hanger
  • jackknife
  • knife
  • kris
  • machete
  • pocketknife
  • poniard
  • saber
  • sabre
  • scalpel
  • scimitar
  • scimiter
  • shank
  • sheath knife
  • shiv
  • smallsword
  • spadroon
  • steel
  • stiletto
  • stylet
  • switch knife
  • switchblade
  • toledo
  • weapon
  • yataghan

Meanings of rapier

  • noun
    1. A slender, straight, sharply pointed sword (double-edged, single-edged or edgeless).
  • adjective
    1. Extremely sharp.
    2. Cutting; employing keen wit.

Example Sentences

  • The fencing champion skillfully wielded his rapier, parrying each attack with precision.
  • The rapier was a popular weapon among European nobles during the 16th and 17th centuries.
  • He brandished his rapier with elegance, ready for the duel that awaited him.
  • The swordsman’s rapier gleamed in the sunlight as he stepped into the arena.
  • The rapier was designed for thrusting rather than cutting, making it ideal for quick, precise attacks.

On this page you'll find 51 synonyms or another words to rapier, such as: backsword, bayonet, bilbo, bill, blade, bodkin, bolo.

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

Related Words

dagger

jackknife

machete

saber

  • blade
  • brand
  • broadsword
  • cutlass
  • rapier
  • scimitar
  • smallsword
  • steel
  • sword

sabre

  • backsword
  • bayonet
  • bilbo
  • blade
  • bolo
  • brand
  • broadsword
  • claymore
  • creese
  • curtana
  • cutlas
  • cutlass
  • cutter
  • cutting edge
  • dagger
  • damascus blade
  • dirk
  • edge
  • epee
  • estoc
  • falchion
  • foil
  • glaive
  • hanger
  • kris
  • lance
  • lancet
  • machete
  • point
  • rapier
  • ripper
  • saber
  • scalpel
  • scimitar
  • scimiter
  • scythe
  • shank
  • shiv
  • sickle
  • skewer
  • skiver
  • smallsword
  • spadroon
  • steel
  • stiletto
  • switchblade
  • sword
  • tickler
  • toledo

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