Synonyms for race

Other words for “race”, grouped by meaning.

We found 18 synonyms for “race”. The most common are subspecies, slipstream, airstream, backwash, wash.

noun (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species

Synonymssubspecies

noun the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller

noun a canal for a current of water

Synonymsraceway

verb compete in a race

Synonymsrun

verb cause to move fast or to rush or race

Synonymsrush

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University