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
as in skull
the upper or front part of the body that contains the brain, the major sense organs, and the mouth
I hit my head as I went through the low doorway
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
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
Thilo Stöferle, Ars Technica, 18 July 2017
Head over to PCWorld’s comprehensive Windows 10 Creators Update review for the full rundown and extensive hands-on impressions, or our round-up of the Creators Update’s best new features.
—Brad Chacos, PCWorld, 17 July 2017
Brent Lang, Variety, 9 July 2025
She was spotted in New York heading into Altro Paradiso, showcasing a pair of orange Havaianas, with their signature rubber sole and matching logo.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 July 2025
Catherine Musemeche, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Feb. 2025
Kansas City runs the ball well, plays good defense, has a mastermind at head coach in Andy Reid and, if all else fails, employs a three-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback who seemingly always makes the necessary plays to win.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for head
Noun
Turning this on its head, the susceptibility of Bose–
—Thilo Stöferle, Ars Technica, 18 July 2017
Head over to PCWorld’s comprehensive Windows 10 Creators Update review for the full rundown and extensive hands-on impressions, or our round-up of the Creators Update’s best new features.
—Brad Chacos, PCWorld, 17 July 2017
Verb
This year’s Hollywood contingent includes Walt Disney chief Bob Iger, Comcast head Brian Roberts, Sony Pictures Entertainment CEO Ravi Ahuja and Warner Bros. Discovery head David Zaslav, some of the most powerful men in the entertainment space.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 9 July 2025
She was spotted in New York heading into Altro Paradiso, showcasing a pair of orange Havaianas, with their signature rubber sole and matching logo.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 July 2025
Adjective
At the Royal Free, Bean served on the medical wards while Stimson familiarized herself with British surgical practices, working alongside the head orthopedic surgeon.
—Catherine Musemeche, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Feb. 2025
Kansas City runs the ball well, plays good defense, has a mastermind at head coach in Andy Reid and, if all else fails, employs a three-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback who seemingly always makes the necessary plays to win.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for head
Recent Examples of Synonyms for head
Noun
-
Parts of the fetal skull had adhered to her intestines and were taken out, the lawsuit said.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
-
In 2024, a woman was severely injured in West Hollywood when she was hit by a motorized scooter, suffering a fractured skull and brain swelling that required hospitalization.—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
Noun
-
Larry Greenstein, Park Vista: Greenstein, the long-time Cobras coach, continued his excellent run at the helm at the Lake Worth school.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
-
This isn’t to defend Zaidi’s work at the helm of the roster.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
5 June 2025
Noun
-
There were none on the cardboard boxes containing cups, and it couldn’t be determined if the individual foam products were tagged with recycling labels.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
-
For ultimate comfort, the loveseat and chairs also include 3.9-inch foam cushions wrapped in soft cotton.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
Noun
-
Six other vacant roles have also since been eliminated, the person said.—
Sports Editor
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
9 July 2025
-
Still, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that about 34 people a day in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that’s one person every 42 minutes.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
-
Instead of fixing California, Newsom has been busy creating new crises.—
Melissa Melendez,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
-
The Carpenters’ involvement has given some Democratic lawmakers the opportunity to address the housing crisis with the blessing of a construction union.—
CalMatters,
Mercury News,
13 July 2025
Noun
-
Kerrville and west into the town of Hunt are the headwaters of the river.—
July 7,
CBS News,
7 July 2025
-
On Saturday, May 24, the Seward Fire Department was dispatched to a rescue in the Fourth of July Creek headwaters amid reports that a 61-year-old male was underneath a boulder, a news release shared on Facebook confirmed.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
-
The first came in the top of the fourth when Buehler walked Josh Lowe and served up a two-run home run to Ha-Seong Kim, his first of the season to put the Rays ahead 2-1.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
11 July 2025
-
Shortly after Chicago scored two runs to reduce the lead to 3-2 in the top of the fourth inning, Lewis raced into second base with a one-out double.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
Noun
-
Nichols’s insecurities came to mind while reading Leslie’s analysis of Lennon and McCartney.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
-
Tangerine flames swirled as Gerry Ward sat fireside, deep in thought, with campfire crackles and wafts of ember taking his mind far beyond the Scottish Highland surroundings.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Outside Online,
1 July 2025
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 18 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share