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Viper

noun
/ˈvaɪ.pər/

Meaning

a venomous snake with large hinged fangs that typically has a thick body and gives birth to live young
a type of poisonous snake; metaphorically, a spiteful or treacherous person

Example Sentences

The viper coiled up when it sensed danger.

The viper lay hidden in the tall grass.

Example Expressions

nest of vipers

Synonyms

serpent, snake, adder, cobra, rattlesnake
Entry 1
serpent, snake, adder
Entry 2
snake, serpent, adder, cobra, rattlesnake

Antonyms

harmless, kind

Collocations

venomous viper, viper bite, pit viper, deadly viper, nest of vipers
Entry 1
venomous viper, viper bite, pit viper
Entry 2
venomous viper, deadly viper, viper bite, nest of vipers

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