viper
1 synonym for viper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A venomous snake, especially one of the family that includes adders and rattlesnakes.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use viper
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a nest of vipers
a venomous viper
Etymology
From Latin vipera, itself a contraction of vivipara ("bringing forth live young"), since vipers give birth to live offspring rather than laying eggs.
Full origin of viper →Frequently asked questions
What does “viper” mean?
The word “viper” means a venomous snake, especially one of the family that includes adders and rattlesnakes. In plain terms, a poisonous snake, or, describing a person, someone sly and dangerous to trust.
How do you pronounce “viper”?
“Viper” is pronounced VYP (/ˈvaɪpɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “viper” in a sentence?
Here is “viper” used in a sentence: “The hikers gave the sunbathing viper a wide berth.”
What part of speech is “viper”?
“Viper” is a noun.
Where does the word “viper” come from?
The word “viper” comes from Latin. From Latin vipera, itself a contraction of vivipara ("bringing forth live young"), since vipers give birth to live offspring rather than laying eggs.
Is “viper” a common word?
“Viper” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “viper” have?
“Viper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a venomous snake, especially one of the family that includes adders and rattlesnakes.
