Jackal Synonyms

20 jackal synonyms include Canine, Coyote, Wild dog, Hyena (related but different species), and Carnivore (broader category). Jackal is a noun, and its antonyms are prey and victim. Here are some additional synonyms for "jackal" with example sentences.

Another word for Jackal

20 other ways to say jackal.

  • Wolf (related species)  
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  • Wild dog  
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  • Vulpine (pertaining to foxes)  
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  • Thief (figurative use, as they are scavengers)  
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  • Street dog (in urban areas)  
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  • Side-striped jackal  
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  • Scavenger (in a broader sense)  
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  • Raptor (in a more general hunting context)  
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  • Predator (broader term)  
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  • Jackal species (various types)  
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  • Hyena (related but different species)  
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  • Golden jackal  
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  • Fox (related species)  
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  • Dingo (a wild dog)  
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  • Cunning animal (describing behavior  
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  • Coyote  
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  • Carnivore (broader category)  
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  • Canine  
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  • Black-backed jackal  
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  • Animalia Canidae (scientific classification)  
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Use jackal in a Sentence

The jackal howled at night.

We spotted a jackal in Africa.