Synonyms & related words for limerick

Find synonyms, related words, and the definition of limerick — including clerihew, triolet. Dendril is a free visual thesaurus that shows them on an interactive map where stronger matches sit closer to the center — no signup, no ads.

Words related to limerick

Explore words related to limerick — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include claddagh, derry, begorra, cork, ulster, dingle, corklike, phellem. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Synonyms for limerick

Common synonyms for limerick include clerihew, triolet — words that share a close meaning. Hover or tap any word on the map for its definition and part of speech.

Where does limerick come from?

The word limerick breaks down into one root of Eponym origin: the root limerick-, from Eponym limerick (“Irish city”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.