Synonyms for

Donut

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

Definition

A donut is a sweet, fried dough pastry that is usually shaped like a ring or a ball.

Synonyms & similar words

doughnut sinker doughnut cruller beignet fritter pastry bun bagel croissant danish scone muffin cake tart pie cookie biscuit bread roll puff

Synonyms by register

Informal

doughnut dough-nut ring jelly cruller

Literary

sweet ring fried confection sugar circle

Antonyms

bread cake pastry muffin bagel croissant

Common collocations

  • glazed donut
  • chocolate donut
  • jelly donut
  • powdered donut
  • donut shop
  • eating a donut
  • making donuts

Word family

noun donut

Usage note

The spelling 'doughnut' is more traditional and common in British English, while 'donut' is widely used in American English. Both are acceptable.

Example sentences

  1. I bought a chocolate donut at the bakery.
  2. My favorite donut is glazed with sprinkles.
  3. My mom makes the best homemade donuts.
  4. I like to eat my donut with a glass of milk.
  5. I have never tried a jelly-filled donut before.

Quotes

  • All I want is peace, love, understanding, and a chocolate donut.
  • A bagel is a donut with the sin removed.
  • I'm not a vegetarian! I'm a dessertarian! I like all sweet things, like donuts, and cakes, and biscuits.

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