Synonyms of acrobat

acrobat

noun

ˈa-krə-ˌbat 

1

as in gymnast

one who performs feats of physical strength, balance, and agility on special apparatus

a child who is a natural acrobat with a superb sense of balance

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gymnast
• turner
• exerciser
• contortionist
• tumbler
• aerialist
• trapeze artist
• trampolinist
• equilibrist
• ropedancer
• trapezist
• ropewalker
• trampoliner

2

as in chameleon

a person who dexterously and expediently changes or adopts opinions

a political acrobat whose opinion on any issue is whatever will get the most votes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chameleon
• weathercock
• opportunist
• timeserver
• trimmer
• egotist
• chancer
• egoist
• machinator
• plotter
• temporizer
• schemer
• self-seeker
• conniver

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of acrobat

According to a press release, the Closing Ceremony will feature an original soundtrack and more than 100 performers, acrobats, dancers and circus artists. —Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024

She was also accompanied by an ensemble of Cirque Du Soleil acrobats. —Michelle Lee, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024

Skaters and acrobats perform jaw-dropping stunts alongside visual projections as the show's protagonist, Crystal, explores a world of her own imagination. —Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 28 Oct. 2024

There will be aerialists, stilt walkers, acrobats, and other performers from the Commonwealth Circus Center on hand to thrill. —Mike Deehan, Axios, 25 Oct. 2024