Synonyms of marionettes

marionettes

noun

plural of marionette

as in dolls

a puppet that is moved by pulling strings or wires that are attached to its body

Related Words

• dolls
• dollies
• figurines
• figures
• statuettes
• poppets
• sculptures
• rag dolls
• hand puppets
• figureheads
• carvings
• action figures
• models
• mannequins
• busts
• dummies
• manikins
• forms

Dissimilar Words

• colossi

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of marionettes

The marionettes – or puppets – come in all shapes and sizes, many crafted from wood; some depict humans, others fantastical creatures, all intricately and lovingly made. — Kelly Kasulis Cho, Christian Science Monitor, 8 Oct. 2026

The collections explore themes such as immigration and feminism while showcasing the many forms puppetry can take, from marionettes and hand puppets to shadow theater. — Tran Chau, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026

This is a variety show with marionettes that sing, dance, dazzle and delight people of all ages. — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 24 Aug. 2026

Platform algorithms have evolved to jerk our emotions around like marionettes. — Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026

The 1960 series Supercar marked the debut of supermarionation, an electronic system that makes marionettes more lifelike and convincing on screen. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 9 July 2026

Sid spent much of the 1950s touring his marionettes in Europe and even appeared with Judy Garland as her opening act during the latter part of the decade. — Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026

Soon after, making marionettes entered the picture. — Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026

Natalie Haynes fleshes out the backstories of her cast—Jason, a handsome ship captain on a quest for the Golden Fleece, the scheming sorceress Medea, and Olympian deities toying with mortals like marionettes—and imbues them all with contemporary vibes. — Hamilton Cain, Time, 3 Mar. 2026