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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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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Researchers have found evidence that ancient humans chewed on betel nuts, a stimulant still widely used today.

— Devika Rao, TheWeek, 21 Sep. 2026
The discovery of the tooth, which belonged to an ancient Pacific mastodon, was announced by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen) in San Mateo County, California.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of ancient

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For the most part, garlic grows best if it’s planted about a week or two after the first killing frost in the fall, followed by exposure to several months of cool weather before the spring season starts.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2026
Because of the state's prolonged drought and late frost, many of their usual food sources are unavailable, pushing them further into populated areas in search of food.

— Christa Swanson, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of frost

Adjective

To mark the occasion, here is our definitive guide to the historic workshops, venerable dining rooms, and fashion houses that give the Galleria its life.

— Eleonora Giordani, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026
This folktale opens by describing a venerable old farming family whose only daughter has just married.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of venerable

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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

For those who favor outdoor adventure, climb up the famed hiking trail to get to the medieval fortress at the very top of the town.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
There are two sculptures in the center of the gallery, ramps with those medieval spikes.

— Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of medieval

Adjective

With navy walls, dark-wood bookshelves and antique furniture, plaid skirts and collared jackets feel like the suitable attire — though there’s no dress code.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
After operating as a church, it was later used as a theater and an antique market before being converted into a hotel, according to the release.

— Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026

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