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

No alcohol, tobacco, pets or personal BBQs allowed during concerts. — Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2026

Take every precaution to never leave young children and pets alone in vehicles, especially in extreme heat when car interiors can quickly become hazardous. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

One of the owners of a Magnolia Avenue bar helped residents and their pets escape after two homes caught fire on 7th Avenue the night of July Fourth. — Mary Ella Hastings july 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 July 2026

And one national survey found that 85% of respondents believe interacting with pets reduces feelings of loneliness. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026

America's 250th called for special celebrations, and these pets jumped in on the festivities. — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 6 July 2026

Marcy Park is a place where families, pets, and Highlands Ranch residents go to relax, and where Laura Nelson saw an opportunity to engage with her community. — Gabriela Vidal, CBS News, 30 June 2026

In parks, some people can even be seen walking their humanoids just like pets. — John Liu, CNN Money, 30 June 2026

Coach Javier Aguirre’s third stint has sparked World Cup fever, with Mexico City streets and even pets decked in Mexico gear. — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026

Verb

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

As the finalists from each state move on to the 'Best Pet in Nation' round of the Pet Lovers' Choice Awards, the team at USA TODAY Pets has gathered all the finalists, runner-ups and third place pets from each region. — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 26 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

Transmission most often occurs when people or pets ingest food or water contaminated with raccoon feces. — Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 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

Adoptable pets with black fur are less likely to be adopted, an article from Adopt a Report found. — Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Nov. 2025