What is another word for Pinocchio?

Pronunciation: [pɪnˈɒkɪˌə͡ʊ] (IPA)

There are a plethora of synonyms for the famous wooden puppet, Pinocchio. Some of the most common include liar, fibber, dishonest, untruthful, deceitful, and manipulative. Other options include puppet, marionette, wooden boy, and toy. For those who are fans of the classic story, the name "Pinocchio" may conjure up images of a mischievous character who has a tendency to stretch the truth. However, regardless of the synonym used, the themes of morality and honesty remain at the forefront of the tale. Whether you prefer to call him Pinocchio or one of his many aliases, the lesson remains the same: always tell the truth.

What are the hypernyms for Pinocchio?

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

Usage examples for Pinocchio

Pinocchio, you wicked boy!
"The Adventures of Pinocchio"
C. Collodi--Pseudonym of Carlo Lorenzini
Poor Geppetto ran after him but was unable to catch him, for Pinocchio ran in leaps and bounds, his two wooden feet, as they beat on the stones of the street, making as much noise as twenty peasants in wooden shoes.
"The Adventures of Pinocchio"
C. Collodi--Pseudonym of Carlo Lorenzini
All he could do was to seize Pinocchio by the back of the neck and take him home.
"The Adventures of Pinocchio"
C. Collodi--Pseudonym of Carlo Lorenzini

Famous quotes with Pinocchio

  • A thousand woodpeckers flew in through the window and settled themselves on Pinocchio's nose.
    Carlo Collodi
  • At such a loving invitation, Pinocchio, with one leap from the back of the orchestra, found himself in the front rows. With another leap, he was on the orchestra leader's head. With a third, he landed on the stage.
    Carlo Collodi
  • Fancy the happiness of Pinocchio on finding himself free! Without saying yes or no, he fled from the city and set out on the road that was to take him back to the house of the lovely Fairy.
    Carlo Collodi
  • Pinocchio, spurred on by the hope of finding his father and of being in time to save him, swam all night long.
    Carlo Collodi
  • When an official declares something false, chances are that it is. When he or she says it is false, chances are it is true. … The overemphasis sticks out like Pinocchio's nose.
    Arthur C. Clarke

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