Synonyms of pit bull

pit bull

noun

as in tiger

an aggressive and fiercely determined person

a pit bull who won't let anyone stand in her way to the top of the corporate ladder

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tiger
• bully
• barracuda
• shark
• attack dog
• fighter
• fire-eater
• fire-breather
• hatchet man
• aggressor
• live wire
• militant
• battler
• hustler
• scrapper
• self-starter
• go-getter
• diehard

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reed
• weakling
• wimp
• pussycat
• pushover
• milquetoast
• softy
• softie

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pit bull

The foundation has initiatives in Canada to support people with multiple sclerosis and similar initiatives in the U.S. along with a program to support pit bulls. —Scott Powers, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025

Chris Culbertson , who owned Dobermans, Rottweilers and American pit bulls throughout his life, received over 500 stitches at the hospital. —Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 10 Feb. 2025

Of the millions of dogs currently hosted by shelters across the country, pit bulls constitute the majority. —Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025

Khloe Breed: American pit bull terrier mix Age: 10 months Meet Khloe — a smart, funny girl who is ready to jump into a new life filled with love and adventure. —Trish Stinger, Kansas City Star, 12 Feb. 2025