Synonyms of critter

critter

noun

ˈkri-tər 

as in animal

one of the lower animals as distinguished from human beings

she's so fond of every kind of critter that she ought to be a veterinarian

Synonyms & Similar Words

• animal
• creature
• beastie
• beast
• brute
• varmint
• vermin
• invertebrate
• pet
• quadruped
• biped
• carnivore
• insectivore
• herbivore
• vertebrate
• livestock
• blastie
• domestic animal
• feral
• stock

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of critter

Clear blue skies are hovering over the Pharmalot campus, where a cool breeze is wafting by and the official mascots are bounding about the grounds in search of critters. — Ed Silverman, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026

Already, some of these critters have moved into the area while the work continues. — Peggy Gossett-Seidman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Sep. 2026

After looping around the moon, the critters spent a few more days in transit for the trip home. — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Similarly, all types of daffodils — from demure jonquils to giant trumpet types — contain bitter, toxic properties that most critters know to avoid. — ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026