Like A Scalded Cat

Synonyms of like a scalded cat

• like lightning
• like a bat out of hell
• like a bullet

Antonyms of like a scalded cat

• slowly
• leisurely
• calmly

Collocations of like a scalded cat

run like a scalded cat

Frequency: 80 %

When the dog started chasing him, he ran like a scalded cat.

move like a scalded cat

Frequency: 70 %

She moved through the crowded room like a scalded cat, trying to avoid bumping into anyone.

jump like a scalded cat

Frequency: 65 %

The loud noise made the cat jump like a scalded cat.

react like a scalded cat

Frequency: 60 %

When he saw the spider, he reacted like a scalded cat and jumped out of his chair.

Idiomatic Expressions for like a scalded cat

• Phrase: Jump like a scalded cat
  Meaning: To react or move suddenly and with great speed, often due to surprise or shock.
  Usage: She jumped like a scalded cat when the spider crawled across her foot.