Synonyms of head
-
as in skull
-
as in helm
-
as in foam
-
as in person
-
as in crisis
-
as in headwater
-
as in top
-
as in mind
-
as in brain
-
as in boss
-
as in dam
-
as in bathroom
-
as in user
-
as in lover
-
as in heading
-
as in talent
-
as in to turn
-
as in to lead
-
as in to handle
-
as in to go
-
as in to aim
-
as in to command
-
as in to decapitate
-
as in chief
-
Example Sentences
-
Phrases Containing
-
Entries Near
-
Related Articles
-
Video
1
2
as in helm
the place of leadership or command
every year a different parent is placed at the head of the troop's cookie drive
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
4
as in person
a member of the human race
the tour guide counted heads, and everyone was present
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in crisis
a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
when the disagreement between the two departments came to a head, the CEO called both managers in for a closed-door meeting
Synonyms & Similar Words
6
as in headwater
the beginning part of a stream
Lake Itasca in Minnesota is the head of the Mississippi River
Synonyms & Similar Words
7
as in top
the highest part or point
stood at the head of the stairs and looked down
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
8
as in mind
the normal or healthy condition of the mental abilities
you're out of your head if you think you can swim across that river
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
9
as in brain
the part of a person that feels, thinks, perceives, wills, and especially reasons
challenged us to put our heads together and find a solution to the skyrocketing costs of the company's health insurance plans
Synonyms & Similar Words
10
as in boss
the person (as an employer or supervisor) who tells people and especially workers what to do
as head of the planning committee, he had the responsibility of appointing someone to look into the parking situation
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
11
as in dam
a bank of earth constructed to control water
built a head to create a millpond
Synonyms & Similar Words
12
as in bathroom
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
give me a chance to visit the head, and I'll be all set to go
Synonyms & Similar Words
13
as in user
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally
a shop near campus where all the heads used to get their paraphernalia
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
14
as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
she's a total tech head who adores home electronics and computers
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
15
as in heading
a word or series of words often in larger letters placed at the beginning of a passage or at the top of a page in order to introduce or categorize
rechecked to make sure that all the heads were in boldface
Synonyms & Similar Words
16
as in talent
a special and usually inborn ability
I have no head for numbers
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to turn
to go on a specified course or in a certain direction
she'll be heading out east in the fall to attend college
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in to lead
to be at the front of
heading the procession at the dog show was a miniature poodle, followed by dogs seemingly of every breed
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to handle
to be in charge of
who headed the CIA when Ronald Reagan was president?
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
5
as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
after a long day at the beach, we headed the car toward home
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
6
as in to command
to serve as leader of
Robert La Salle headed the expedition that claimed Louisiana for the French king
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
7
as in to decapitate
to cut off the head of
got a job at the slaughterhouse heading cattle
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in chief
highest in rank or authority
as head editor at the TV station for 17 years, he has seen many news anchors come and go
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of head
Billy Stockwell,
CNN Money,
5 July 2026
Riders, bicycle-makers, drivers, pedestrians and lawmakers need to have their heads on swivels, as some have been too complacent about the dangers.
—
Doug Turnbull,
AJC.com,
5 July 2026
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
So, this is more about where grid storage may be headed than what your local utility will install tomorrow.
—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
Razvan Lucescu, his son, is currently head coach of Greek club PAOK, and his own 22-year managerial career spans 846 games.
—
Colin Millar,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for head
Noun
President Masoud Pezeshkian, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf — Iran’s top negotiator in talks with the US — and Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Eje’i, the head of Iran’s judiciary, were among those seen present.
—
Billy Stockwell,
CNN Money,
5 July 2026
Riders, bicycle-makers, drivers, pedestrians and lawmakers need to have their heads on swivels, as some have been too complacent about the dangers.
—
Doug Turnbull,
AJC.com,
5 July 2026
Verb
But the 28-year-old is entering the final year of his deal, and Rodriguez, the Dolphins’ 2026 second-round pick, represents where the franchise is heading.
—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
So, this is more about where grid storage may be headed than what your local utility will install tomorrow.
—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
Adjective
Donovan became head coach of the Bulls in September 2020 after five seasons as head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder.
—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
Razvan Lucescu, his son, is currently head coach of Greek club PAOK, and his own 22-year managerial career spans 846 games.
—
Colin Millar,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for head
Recent Examples of Synonyms for head
Noun
-
Paul Pelosi suffered a skull fracture and other serious injuries and was hospitalized following the assault.
-
Leo took a moment to pay his respects, looking over at the blue waters of the sea, a gust of wind blowing away his white zuchetto (skull cap).
Noun
-
After her grandfather signed the Giving Pledge in 2010, Lorenz took the helm of the foundation the following year.
-
On Wednesday night, Alan Cumming was at the helm as DJ as NBCUniversal hosted a late-night bash to celebrate its late-night franchises.
Noun
-
Despite their sleek silhouette, these flats are built with layers of latex and foam cushioning to absorb impact and keep your feet comfortable throughout the day.
-
The blaze burned for eight days beginning June 17 and involved solar panels, insulation foam and other industrial materials.
Noun
-
Police release video of the person racing across the roof of the building from where authorities say the shot was fired, dropping down to the ground and walking off campus.
-
Others may miss the warmth of a person who can read the room, handle a strange request or help when something goes wrong.
Noun
-
Andrea Davis, president and CEO of The Resiliency Initiative, has spent 25 years planning emergency response and crisis management for organizations including Disney, Walmart, the FIFA World Cup and Times Square's New Year's Eve celebration.
-
Psychological trauma is also emerging as a major secondary crisis.
Noun
-
Its headwaters are in Indian River County, its mouth in the Atlantic near Jacksonville, which is the furthest place Sanders Fish House delivers its wild catch.
-
Lake Assinica in the Broadback headwaters has attracted world-wide attention for its giant squaretails the past two years.
Noun
-
The matter was not on the city’s agenda but was brought on as a walk-on item at the top of the meeting.
-
On the subsequent rebound, the ball found Kovačić at the top of the box, but his right-footed volley was barely deflected over the net by Diogo Costa.
Noun
-
Thousands of fans in Mexico lost their minds and shook the earth.
-
At the beach, maybe, at a barbecue or whatever place sets fireworks pinwheeling through your holiday-happy mind.
Video
When Body Parts Are Also Verbs
Head, shoulders, metaphors, and toes
Cite this Entry
“Head.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/head. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
