Synonyms for cover

Other words for “cover”, grouped by meaning.

We found 50 synonyms for “cover”. The most common are screen, covert, concealment, blanket, covering.

noun a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

noun bedding that keeps a person warm in bed

Synonymsblanket

noun the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

noun the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book

noun a natural object that covers or envelops

noun covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)

Synonymstop

noun fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations

noun a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink

Synonymscover charge

noun a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else

verb provide with a covering or cause to be covered

Oppositesuncover

verb form a cover over

Synonymsspread over

verb span an interval of distance, space or time

verb act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

verb include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

verb be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism

Synonymsreport

verb hide from view or knowledge

Synonymscover up

verb protect by insurance

verb make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

verb cover as if with a shroud

verb copulate with a female, used especially of horses

Synonymsbreed

verb put something on top of something else

Synonymsoverlay

verb sit on (eggs)

verb clothe, as if for protection from the elements

Synonymswrap up

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University