pacifier
11 synonyms and 0 antonyms for pacifier, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small rubber or plastic nipple-shaped object given to a baby to suck on for comfort.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From "pacify" plus the agent suffix "-er."
Full origin of pacifier →Frequently asked questions
What does “pacifier” mean?
The word “pacifier” means a small rubber or plastic nipple-shaped object given to a baby to suck on for comfort. In plain terms, most commonly, a soothing object for babies to suck on (called a "dummy" in British English).
How do you pronounce “pacifier”?
“Pacifier” is pronounced PA-sih-feye-uh (/ˈpæsɪfaɪɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pacifier” in a sentence?
Here is “pacifier” used in a sentence: “The baby fell asleep with the pacifier still in her mouth.”
What is another word for “pacifier”?
Words with a similar meaning to “pacifier” include binky, bink, bo-bo, comforter, dodie and dummy.
What part of speech is “pacifier”?
“Pacifier” is a noun.
How many meanings does “pacifier” have?
“Pacifier” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small rubber or plastic nipple-shaped object given to a baby to suck on for comfort.