DIPS Synonyms: 305 Similar and Opposite Words

dips 1 of 3

verb

present tense third-person singular of dip

as in immerses

to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid first dip a paper towel in water she dipped a hand into her pocket and pulled out a piece of candy

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as in scoops

to lift out with something that holds liquid carefully dipped water from the bucket to the kettle

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fills
pours

as in plunges

to go to a lower level especially abruptly the temperature dipped a bit in the evening

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as in falls

to lead or extend downward slow down, the road dips here

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as in peeks

to take a quick or hasty look I dipped into the book, but I didn't have a chance to study it thoroughly

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dips

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noun (1)

plural of dip

as in declines

a downward slope marathoners have one last dip before the race course levels off and the finish line comes into view

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as in drops

the act or process of going to a lower level or altitude the city's population has taken a slight dip since the last census

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dips

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noun (2)

plural of dip

as in idiots

a stupid person how did that dip get through medical school?

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At the other side of the woods the land dips into a ravine, the great trees end and dense bushes clot the bank. — Literary Hub, 24 Aug. 2026 Salsas and dips including jalapeños have also been pulled from grocery stores across the United States. — Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 22 Aug. 2026 As the sun dips below the horizon, a fleet of onlookers on jet skis and boats idle on the water to catch a peek of the vivacious scene. — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026 As the sun dips behind the canyon walls, the desert cools down rapidly, creating another window to head back out for a dusky hike. — Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026 Come for a lingering lunch beneath the trees or an early dinner as the sun dips into the sea—the setting is every bit as memorable as the food. — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 The route then dips down into Italy, through the port town of Genoa, and along the blue shores of the Ligurian coast to its terminus in Portofino. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Aug. 2026 Our storm chance dips to near zero for the rest of the work week after storm chances come to an end early on Wednesday morning. — Ron Smiley, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 That has meant that if you were invested in the broad stock market, even the worst bear markets — dips of 20% or more from recent highs — represented a chance to buy an appreciating asset on virtual sale. — Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026

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Analysts on average expect growth of 11% this fiscal year, before its dips down to 10% in the next two years, according to LSEG. — Jordan Novet, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026 But for the rest of the year, Rice simply lived there, working in an office off an 800-square-foot primary suite and taking dips in the pool or the ocean outside his door. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 28 Aug. 2026 The dips came even after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced fresh economic sanctions against Iran and its trading partners on Monday. — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026 Outside, the spacious balcony and its plush sofa were an open invite for a sunrise coffee, and the trail of wooden steps to the water meant pre-dinner dips in the sea were part of the daily routine. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026 Low-carb diets may improve blood sugar and weight loss short term but can lead to energy dips and nutrient deficiencies. — Martha Stewart, 23 Aug. 2026 Jalapeños, guacamole, salsas recalled Products including various jalapeños, guacamole, salsas and dips have been recalled across dozens of state in connection to an ongoing salmonella outbreak. — Melina Khan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026 Recipes include dips, chilis, salads, cookies, and snack mixes. — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 20 Aug. 2026 Smoothies and dips are other easy options where kids can pick ingredients. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dips

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For how much this book immerses you in the natural world, there is regular talk of machinery and robots in the story.

— Zachary Fletcher, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
From the outset, the show immerses audiences in 1930s New York, and while set in a noir world, there’s a modern aspect to it too.

— Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of immerses

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When Cantu reaches towards Lopez and screams his wife’s name, a shot rings out and Lopez falls slightly off camera.

— Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026
Rather than extra long hair, think of a cut that falls somewhere below the collarbone, with enough layering or movement to keep it from feeling heavy.

— Laura Solla, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of falls

Noun

While not impacting immediate fuel prices, as development will take 7-10 years, the 100-year agreement aims to offset future declines in domestic shale production.

— David Blackmon, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
In Asia, markets fell with South Korean equities leading declines in the region.

— Lee Ying Shan,Fred Imbert, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of declines

Noun

To find out, the team released 35-microliter water drops, about the size of a large raindrop, containing a pinch of salt to mimic rainwater, onto a surface tilted at 50 degrees.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026
Although the press picks up on the drops, there are adds as well.

— Jeff Marks, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026

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