Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

HUNKER Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word hunker. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word hunker. (close relations)
Also try synonyms for..
hunkeredhunkering

Best Alternative Words for HUNKER

Expand?WordSave?More Syns..UsageType
crouch
verbv
noun

• the act of bending low with the limbs close to the body

verb

• bend one's back forward from the waist on down

• sit on one's heels

squat
verb, nounv, n
noun

• exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles

• a small worthless amount

• the act of assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent and the buttocks near the heels

adjective satellite

• short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature

• having a low center of gravity; built low to the ground

verb

• sit on one's heels

• be close to the earth, or be disproportionately wide

• occupy (a dwelling) illegally

• to perform the squat weightlifting exercise

huddle
verb, nounv, n
noun

• (informal) a quick private conference

• a disorganized and densely packed crowd

verb

• crowd or draw together

• crouch or curl up

hunch
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an impression that something might be the case

• the act of bending yourself into a humped position

verb

• round one's back by bending forward and drawing the shoulders forward

nestle
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• lie in a sheltered position

• position comfortably

lie
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth

• Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968)

• position or manner in which something is situated

verb

• be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

• be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position

• originate (in)

• be and remain in a particular state or condition

• tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive

• have a place in relation to something else

• assume a reclining position

scrunch
verbv
noun

• a crunching noise

verb

• make a noise typical of an engine lacking lubricants

• sit on one's heels

• make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic

hunker down
verbv
verb

• sit on one's heels

• take shelter

• hold stubbornly to a position

scrunch up
verbv
verb

• sit on one's heels

• make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic

Best Hypernyms For HUNKER

Here is a list of related hypernyms for hunker, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (1)
sit

Alternatives for CROUCH

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen