tiger

noun

ˈtī-gər How to pronounce tiger (audio)
Definition of tigernext
as in shark
an aggressive and fiercely determined person even the best defense can't keep that tiger from scoring

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Recent Examples of tiger After several seasons of leopard print—and a sprinkling of zebra in the resort collections—tiger stripes offer a fresh alternative within the animal-print family. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2026 On top of the money, the office’s Asset Recovery team also obtained a forfeiture order for more than 100 wildlife specimens, which included the orangutan skull, a tiger skull, a jaguar skin, and other parts of endangered animals. — Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 6 Nov. 2026 Kanye also went the monochromatic black route in a high neck leather jacket, matching slouchy leather pants, a belt with a huge gold tiger buckle, and combat boots. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026 Every facet of India’s topography, from lush grasslands filled with antelopes to gnarled forests with tigers and evil spirits lurking around every corner, is on full display. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tiger
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tiger
  1. shark
  2. barracuda
  3. bully
  4. pit bull
  5. fighter
Noun
  • There is a different theory, though, and that is that the shark in question wasn't a shark at all, but instead was a tarpon.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Benchley’s landmark novel about a shark terrorizing Amity Island and the men (Hooper, Quint, and police chief Brody) who set out to stop it is a brilliantly paced romp.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of shark
Noun
  • According to the diving trail’s website, previous wrecks have attracted large numbers of fish like snapper, grouper, amberjack, angelfish and barracuda as well as sea urchin and corals.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The menu might include ingredients like barracuda wrapped in seaweed, bioluminescent firefly squid, or Wagyu beef, a nod to the region but sourced in Japan.
    — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of barracuda
Noun
  • William Trevor’s short story recounts the course of a strange relationship—between a bully and her victim, a teacher named Miss Smith and her student, James.
    — The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 12 Nov. 2026
  • But at least for now, the blue tsunami has forced the man who mercilessly bullied his way through the last two years to do what all bullies do when confronted with a united opposition.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of bully
Noun
  • An Orange County woman is facing federal criminal charges after being accused of luring a pit bull puppy underneath her minivan and running it over in an incident that was caught on video.
    — Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2026
  • The family’s pit bull Roscoe also died in the blaze, Diaz said.
    — Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of pit bull
Noun
  • Stacy Keach, the legendary actor whose unmistakable voice and powerful performances captivated generations of Americans, is being remembered by his beloved wife as a devoted husband, loving father and courageous fighter after his death at 85.
    — Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 11 Nov. 2026
  • At least 18 flights from cities including Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan and Warsaw were impacted, with some being diverted to military bases or given escorts by fighter jets.
    — Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of fighter

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“Tiger.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tiger. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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