Synonyms for bore

Other words for “bore”, grouped by meaning.

We found 12 synonyms for “bore”. The most common are dullard, tidal bore, eagre, aegir, eager.

noun a person who evokes boredom

Synonymsdullard

noun a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary)

noun diameter of a tube or gun barrel

noun a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes

verb cause to be bored

Synonymstire

Oppositesinterest

verb make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool

Synonymsdrill

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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