6+ Synonyms for Chicken & Similar Words
Definition of chicken
- adjective
- easily frightened
- noun
- the flesh of a chicken used for food
- a domestic fowl bred for flesh or eggs; believed to have been developed from the red jungle fowl
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "chicken"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like chickenhearted, cowardly, fearful can replace "chicken" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 6 alternatives available, "chicken" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Chicken" in song lyrics
See how chicken is used in real songs:
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"You damn chicken"
40 Glocc f/ Suga Free, Mr. Shadow — Leave Me Alone (Little Bitty Box) -
"DJ:They got three dollars off coupons at Thicken Wangs, Chicken"
69 Boyz — Caller #10 -
"Beggin for a piece of this Kentucky fried chicken"
69 Boyz — Freak Ya Down 2 Da Bass
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- What are synonyms for chicken?
- Synonyms for chicken include: chickenhearted, cowardly, fearful, wimp, yellow, crybaby.
- How many synonyms does chicken have?
- Chicken has 6 synonyms.