Synonyms for

Drill

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

Definition

To make a hole in something using a tool or machine.

Synonyms & similar words

mandrillusleucophaeus practise practice bore exercise practicesession recitation bore pierce penetrate perforate auger dig drive excavate mine tap cut carve chisel grind ream machine mill turn shape enlarge

Synonyms by register

Formal

exercise practice train rehearse

Informal

practice run-through rehearsal grind

Literary

discipline cultivate hone

Antonyms

stop cease halt abstain neglect omit

Common collocations

  • drill bit
  • drill sergeant
  • practice drill
  • safety drill
  • fire drill
  • oil drill
  • water drill
  • ground drill

Word family

noun drill
verb drill
adjective drilled

Usage note

As a verb, 'drill' can mean to practice something repeatedly or to bore a hole. Ensure context clarifies the intended meaning. As a noun, it can refer to the act of practicing or the tool used for boring.

Example sentences

  1. I will use a drill to make a hole in the wood.
  2. The dentist will use a drill to fix my cavity.
  3. The construction workers used a drill to dig the foundation.
  4. The miner used a drill to break through the rock.
  5. The oil company drilled a well to extract oil.

Quotes

  • "Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." - Robert Collier
  • "Drill thy work with pleasure." - Confucius
  • "It's not the daily increase but daily decrease. Hack away at the unessential." - Bruce Lee

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words