What is another word for Moab?

Pronunciation: [mˈə͡ʊb] (IPA)

Moab is a biblical name referring to a region in Jordan, which is often used as a metaphorical reference to a challenging situation or obstacle. Some synonyms for Moab include daunting, formidable, demanding, and grueling. Other options include tough, difficult, trying, and strenuous. These words all capture the essence of Moab as a metaphorical representation of a tough challenge that requires determination, perseverance, and strength. Whether you are facing a difficult project at work, a challenging exam in school, or a personal struggle, Moab synonyms can help to convey the difficulty you are facing and the effort required to overcome it.

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What are the hypernyms for Moab?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Moab

Eglon, king of Moab, defeated the Israelites, passed over the Jordan, took Jericho, and here established himself.
"The History of Antiquity, Vol. II (of VI)"
Max Duncker
Yet David did not bring his father and mother, on whom Saul could have taken vengeance, out of the land to Gath, where they might have been a pledge of his fidelity to the Philistines; he put them in the hands of the king of Moab, and also entered into relations with the king of the Ammonites.
"The History of Antiquity, Vol. II (of VI)"
Max Duncker
Among the wives of the king many were from Sidon, Ammon, Moab and Edom.
"The History of Antiquity, Vol. II (of VI)"
Max Duncker

Famous quotes with Moab

  • O, lonely tomb in Moab's land, O, dark Bethpeor's hill, Speak to these curious hearts of ours, And teach them to be still! God hath His mysteries of grace —Ways that we cannot tell; He hides them deep, like the secret sleep,Of him He loved so well.
    Cecil Frances Alexander
  • By Nebo’s lonely mountain, On this side Jordan’s wave, In a vale in the land of Moab, There lies a lonely grave.
    Cecil Frances Alexander

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