Synonyms for Flag & Similar Words
Definition of flag
- noun
- emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design
- a listing printed in all issues of a newspaper or magazine (usually on the editorial page) that gives the name of the publication and the names of the editorial staff, etc.
- plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "flag"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like droop, ensign, flagstone can replace "flag" 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, "flag" 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.
"Flag" in song lyrics
See how flag is used in real songs:
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"So shake ya booty, girl, smack the devil and raise the flag"
2 Live Crew — Strip Club -
"And my homies still relyin' on the flag"
Above the Law f/ Frost — City of Angels (Remix) -
"Some'll try and recapture the same flag"
Aesop Rock — The Greatest Pac-Man Victory in History