Synonyms of pig

pig

noun

ˈpig 

as in hog

one who eats greedily or too much

all-you-can-eat buffets seem to encourage some people to become shameless pigs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hog
• glutton
• stuffer
• cormorant
• overeater
• gorger
• gourmand
• swiller
• gormandizer
• trencherman
• feaster
• guzzler
• muncher

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• picker
• dieter
• nibbler

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pig

The Faaborgfamily recently transitioned from pigs to mushrooms with technical and financial support from The Transfarmation Project, an initiative of the charitable organization, Mercy for Animals. — Rachel Cramer, NPR, 21 Sep. 2026

During the Miocene era, crocodiles, rhino species, and peccary (pigs) resided on area lands, while whales, sharks, and massive seabirds roamed the water. — Katie Riley, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2026

But Walsh said Sci-eye’s analysis found no feral pigs in the search area. — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026

Now, all three are looking for adopters who understand the unique needs and long-term commitment that come with welcoming a pig into the family. — Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing pig

• pig out