HOAR Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈhȯr

Definition of hoar

as in ancient

dating or surviving from the distant past the hoar and crumbling stones of ruined temples

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noun

as in frost

a covering of tiny ice crystals on a cold surface the hoar-covered meadow gleamed in the early-morning sun

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Recent Examples of hoar

Adjective

Terms like graupel, rime ice, and hoar frost describe specific ways ice and frost form on surfaces and in the air. — Brandi D. Addison, IndyStar, 4 Dec. 2025 Surface hoar is created when water vapor is deposited on the snow surface, like dew. — Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2024 During cold weather the moisture precipitates out of the air onto every branch and willow bush, coating them in a layer of hoar frost. — Seth Adams, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2023

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The hoar frost made the trees sparkle as though Earthquake Park were contained in a snow globe. — Alli Harvey, Anchorage Daily News, 16 Jan. 2022 Furthermore, the clear conditions preceding the storm could have led to the formation of a layer of light, feathery frost, known as surface hoar. — Douglas Preston, The New Yorker, 10 May 2021 But sometimes the crystals grow particularly large, forming hoar frost. — Tom Yulsman, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2014

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Adjective

Although there are plenty of books in three languages (Arabic, French, and English), there are also museums, a planetarium, and a lab dedicated to restoring and preserving ancient manuscripts.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Sep. 2026
Unlike the other four, it was not protected as an ancient monument because it was believed to have been lost.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of ancient

Adjective

James Wolk has been tapped for a recurring role on the upcoming 23rd season of the venerable ABC medical drama.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2026
Busy schedules at venues of every size, particularly the venerable clubs and halls that help give Chicago its local flavor.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of venerable

Adjective

The sheriff's office's drone was used to assist in checking the approximately 28-acre property and helped identify old kennel and animal-confinement areas.

— River Valley Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
The 27-year-old pre-training researcher’s dramatic resignation has fired off a provocative warning on X that instantly sent ripples across the tech sector.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of old

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Bats like hoary bats, eastern red bats and silver-haired bats are especially vulnerable to wind energy expansion too.

— Indrabati Lahiri, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
At one point, Lowe and Rogan joked about the hoary aphorism that says anyone who isn’t a liberal at 25 has no heart, but anyone who isn’t a conservative by 35 has no head.

— Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 26 July 2026

Definition of hoary

Adjective

The Scene The Bayeux Tapestry, which went on display in the British Museum this week, is one of the wonders of the medieval world.

— Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 11 Sep. 2026
Now, Greengrass applies his signature style to the Middle Ages — can shaky cam work in a medieval movie?

— Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of medieval

Adjective

But the razzle-dazzle pairs oddly with his earnestness, as do the video projections with antique furnishings.

— Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 11 Sep. 2026
For example, if your home favors farmhouse design, fill the sections with antique thimbles, spools, or clothespins, small farm animal figurines (like a goose, rooster, or cow), or a collection of vintage salt and pepper shakers.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2026

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