Synonyms for

Dips

Verb / dɪps / Another word for dips — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a thick sauce that is eaten with chips or vegetables

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

declines decreases falls drops

Informal

drops plunges sinks goes down

Literary

descends subsides ebbs

Antonyms

ascends rises climbs elevates soars mounts

Common collocations

  • dip in prices
  • dip in temperature
  • dip in the road
  • dip into savings
  • dip the brush
  • dip the chips
  • dip the ladle

Word family

noun dip
verb dip
adjective dippy

Usage note

The verb 'dip' can refer to a literal downward movement or a temporary decrease. As a noun, it can refer to a sauce or a brief plunge.

Example sentences

  1. I like to dip my carrots in hummus.
  2. We made a delicious spinach dip for the party.
  3. She always brings a tray of different dips to share.
  4. The salsa dip is too spicy for me.
  5. He added some ranch dip to his salad.

Quotes

  • 'Chips and dips' is always a winner for me.
  • I could eat guacamole dip every day!
  • Dips make everything taste better.

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