pygmy
2 antonyms and opposites of pygmy, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A member of certain Central African peoples known for their notably short average height.
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How to use pygmy
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Etymology
From Greek pugmaios, related to pugme ("fist"), originally describing a legendary race said to be as tall as a fist.
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What does “pygmy” mean?
The word “pygmy” means a member of certain Central African peoples known for their notably short average height. In plain terms, refers either to certain short-statured Central African peoples, or, as an adjective, to an unusually small variety of something.
How do you pronounce “pygmy”?
“Pygmy” is pronounced PIHG-mee (/ˈpɪɡmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “pygmy” in a sentence?
Here is “pygmy” used in a sentence: “Anthropologists have studied Pygmy communities in the Congo rainforest for decades.”
What is another word for “pygmy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “pygmy” include dwarf, midget, pygmyish and dwarfish.
What is the opposite of “pygmy”?
The opposite of “pygmy” — its antonyms — are giant and ettin.
What part of speech is “pygmy”?
Depending on how it is used, “pygmy” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “pygmy” come from?
The word “pygmy” comes from Greek. From Greek pugmaios, related to pugme ("fist"), originally describing a legendary race said to be as tall as a fist.
How many meanings does “pygmy” have?
“Pygmy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of certain Central African peoples known for their notably short average height.