SKIRMISH Synonyms

There are 16 synonyms of the word skirmish. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word skirmish. (close relations)

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Definition of SKIRMISH

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Best Alternative Words for SKIRMISH


Rank	Word	Save?	More Syns..	Usage	Type
1	brush				verb, nounv, n
2	clash				verb, nounv, n
3	encounter				verb, nounv, n
4	affray				nounn
5	altercation				nounn
6	battle				verb, nounv, n
7	brawl				verb, nounv, n
8	conflict				nounn
9	engagement				verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
10	fight				verb, nounv, n
11	fracas				nounn
12	melee				verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
13	rumble				verb, nounv, n
14	scrum				verb, nounv, n
15	scuffle				verb, nounv, n
16	tussle				verb, nounv, n

Best Hypernyms For SKIRMISH

Here is a list of related hypernyms for skirmish, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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