Synonyms of trimmer

trimmer

noun

ˈtri-mər 

1

as in chameleon

a person who dexterously and expediently changes or adopts opinions

gradually fading in the primaries, the former front-runner watched helplessly as the trimmers rushed to embrace the party's newest rising star

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chameleon
• weathercock
• timeserver
• acrobat
• opportunist
• plotter
• temporizer
• chancer
• egotist
• machinator
• egoist
• schemer
• self-seeker
• conniver

2

as in winner

one that defeats an enemy or opponent

last year's winner of the tournament unexpectedly got trimmed in the first round, and the trimmer was a young player that no one had ever heard of

Synonyms & Similar Words

• winner
• whipper
• conqueror
• beater
• master
• vanquisher
• victor
• champion
• subduer
• ruler
• champ
• placer
• finalist
• dominator
• top dog
• subjugator
• overdog

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• loser
• washout
• flop
• failure
• punching bag
• pushover
• quitter
• underdog

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of trimmer

The defensive end returned the next year trimmer and quicker, finishing the regular season with 15 1/2 sacks and a career-best 21 tackles for loss. — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 26 July 2026

Of course, there are also nods to the beloved Raimi-era chainsaw with power tools like a brush trimmer and a heavy-duty hammer drill. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026

Why Replacing the Trimmer Line Matters Your weed whacker is only as effective as its trimmer line. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026

Over in the outlet, there are Prime Day sales on gardening supplies, leaf blowers, trimmers, bird baths, outdoor loungers, solar lights, and more—and from some of your favorite brands, too. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026