hoard
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for hoard, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A hidden store of valuable things, often kept secretly.
Synonyms
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Less common
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A hidden store of valuable things, often kept secretly.
“The pirates buried their hoard of gold on a remote island.”
Opposites
How to use hoard
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hoard supplies
a hoard of treasure
hoard cash
Etymology
From Old English hord ("treasure, stored-up wealth"), from a Germanic root ultimately meaning "something hidden".
Full origin of hoard →Frequently asked questions
What does “hoard” mean?
The word “hoard” means a hidden store of valuable things, often kept secretly. In plain terms, a secret stash of valuables, or the act of stockpiling more of something than you need.
How do you pronounce “hoard”?
“Hoard” is pronounced hawd (/hɔɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “hoard” in a sentence?
Here is “hoard” used in a sentence: “The pirates buried their hoard of gold on a remote island.”
What is another word for “hoard”?
Words with a similar meaning to “hoard” include engross and uphoard.
What is the opposite of “hoard”?
The opposite of “hoard” — its antonyms — is declutter.
What part of speech is “hoard”?
Depending on how it is used, “hoard” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “hoard” come from?
The word “hoard” comes from Old English. From Old English hord ("treasure, stored-up wealth"), from a Germanic root ultimately meaning "something hidden".
Is “hoard” a common word?
“Hoard” is an uncommon word in modern English.
