prickle - Similar and Opposite Words

What is another word for prickle ?

Here are the synonyms for prickle , a list of similar words for prickle from our thesaurus that you can use

Noun

a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf

Synonyms

• pricker
• prickle
• spikelet
• spine
• sticker
• thorn

More generic

• aculeus

More specific

• glochid
• glochidium

Verb

make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn

Synonyms

• prick
• prickle

More generic

• pierce

More specific

• needle

Verb

cause a stinging or tingling sensation

Synonyms

• prickle
• tingle

More generic

• itch

Verb

cause a prickling sensation

Synonyms

• prick
• prickle

More generic

• prick
• sting
• twinge

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