Synonyms for Crook
Definition of crook
noun
- someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
- a circular segment of a curve; "a bend in the road"; "a crook in the path"
- a long staff with one end being hook shaped
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "crook"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like bend, criminal, curve can replace "crook" 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 7 alternatives available, "crook" 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.
"Crook" in song lyrics
See how crook is used in real songs:
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"and the days of a crook"
51.50 — I Can't Win -
"And I love it when I dress like a crook"
Above the Law f/ N.W.A. — The Last Song -
"I had a mayor and a crook"
Aesop Rock — The Mayor and the Crook