Synonyms for Herd
Definition of herd
- noun
- a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans
- a group of wild mammals of one species that remain together: antelope or elephants or seals or whales or zebra
- a crowd especially of ordinary or undistinguished persons or things; "his brilliance raised him above the ruck"; "the children resembled a fairy herd"
2 synonyms found
Writing tips for "herd"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like crowd, ruck can replace "herd" 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.
"Herd" in song lyrics
See how herd is used in real songs:
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"Maybe I'm crazy but I will not just follow the herd"
Cage f/ Jello Biafra — Grand Ol' Party Crash -
"I turn into a herd"
Caltroit (Black Milk & Bishop Lamont) f/ Ras Kass, Royce Da 5'9" — Go Hard -
"It's a Stronghold writer's guild, Cannibal Ox take over your herd"
— Battle for Asgard