English Synonym Finder

gore

Definitions

Blood that has been shed, especially as a result of violence.

To pierce or wound with a horn, tusk, or similar pointed instrument.

A triangular or tapering piece of fabric inserted into a garment to add fullness or shape.

Examples

The horror movie was criticized for its excessive use of gore.

The bull managed to gore the matador during the final round of the fight.

He turned his head away to avoid seeing the gore left behind by the accident.

Synonyms

blood bloodshed slaughter carnage butchery massacre cruelty

Antonyms

peace harmony kindness gentleness mercy calm order