thoroughbred
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for thoroughbred, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Bred from pure, high-quality stock, especially of animals.
Synonyms
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Bred from pure, high-quality stock, especially of animals.
“The stable specialized in raising thoroughbred racehorses.”
Opposites
How to use thoroughbred
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
thoroughbred racehorse
thoroughbred stallion
thoroughbred stock
Etymology
From thorough (in the sense of "complete") plus bred.
Full origin of thoroughbred →Frequently asked questions
What does “thoroughbred” mean?
The word “thoroughbred” means bred from pure, high-quality stock, especially of animals. In plain terms, a horse of pure racing pedigree, or more generally something bred to a very high standard.
How do you use “thoroughbred” in a sentence?
Here is “thoroughbred” used in a sentence: “The stable specialized in raising thoroughbred racehorses.”
What part of speech is “thoroughbred”?
Depending on how it is used, “thoroughbred” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “thoroughbred” have?
“Thoroughbred” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: bred from pure, high-quality stock, especially of animals.
