Synonyms of pets

pets 1 of 2

noun

plural of pet

as in favorites

a person or thing that is preferred over others

the teacher's pet was always getting special privileges

Synonyms & Similar Words

• favorites
• darlings
• minions
• preferences
• speeds
• cups of tea
• treasures
• faves
• sweethearts
• dears
• prizes
• beloveds
• jewels

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abominations
• bugbears
• anathemas
• bêtes noires

pets

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of pet

as in pats

to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner

a cat who loves to be petted

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pats
• caresses
• strokes
• loves
• hugs
• fondles
• gentles
• cradles
• cuddles
• paws
• babies
• snuggles
• noses
• necks
• nuzzles
• bills
• spoons
• dandles
• massages
• canoodles
• feels up
• pampers
• enfolds
• nestles
• kneads
• spoils
• embraces
• bounces
• indulges
• coddles
• mollycoddles

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pets

Noun

Many people use wills to underscore the relationships — to people, pets, and institutions — that were meaningful to them in life. — R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 10 Oct. 2026

An emergency shelter opened at noon in the McDowell County Senior Center, 100 Spaulding Road in Marion, with pets also welcome. — Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 10 Oct. 2026

Evacuate early People with pets should take measures to evacuate areas under threat sooner than later. — ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026

This is especially handy with family videos, pets and sporting events where the best moment can disappear almost instantly. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026

For pets, the process of imposing death is relatively straightforward. — Dr. Jacob Appel, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026

Many people share their beds with their pets but worry that their furry friend could be disrupting their sleep. — Maggie Penman, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026

There are rules that need to be followed, like no pets and no bags allowed. — Chris Tanaka, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

Dyson Ball Vacuum Prime Day Deals The Dyson Ball Animal 3 Extra is specifically geared toward big homes with pets. — Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

Verb

If a bobcat enters your residence, officials advise people to move themselves and pets away from the area and call 911. — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026

In the social media post, the 90-year-old enthusiastically cuddles the pup and pets her softly. — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026

Supervise pets outdoors, especially in unfamiliar areas, and keep dogs from sniffing or chewing plants on trails and sidewalks. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

The heat will hit the elderly, children, people with chronic illnesses, outdoor workers and pets the hardest. — Tammie Souza, CBS News, 28 June 2026

Feed pets indoors, remove birdseed, and avoid feeding squirrels. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 18 May 2026

This method creates a durable, washable bed that pets love. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026

Participants dress head-to-toe in pink tutus and wigs, pets sport pink ribbons, and there’s even a Pink Soup Parade, complete with stilt walkers, marching bands, and dancers. — Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2025

Feed pets indoors whenever possible. — Andy Humbles, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Dec. 2025