Synonyms for "child"
12 kid-friendly synonyms for child, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "child" mean?
The word child is a noun that means: a young person who is not yet grown up.
Example: "The child is happy."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for child
Younger kids can use these in place of "child":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for child
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for child
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of child (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of child:
FAQ — synonyms for child
What is a good synonym for child in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try kid. For older students, "youngster" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does child have?
We list 12 grade-appropriate synonyms for child across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is child a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, child is used as a noun.
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