hovel
nounHow many syllables in hovel?
There are 2 syllables in the word hovel.How to pronounce hovel:
Definition of hovel:
- hovel (noun):
- an open shed or shelter
- small crude shelter used as a dwelling.
- a small house or hut that is dirty or badly in need of repair
Synonyms for hovel:
cabin
camp
cottage
den
hole
hooch
hootch
hut
hutch
igloo
iglu
shack
shanty
shed
shelter
slum
tent
whare
Antonyms for hovel:
alcazar
castle
hall
manor
palace
palazzo
seraglio
villa
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