Synonyms for

Dumping

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

Definition

the act of getting rid of something unwanted or disposing of something illegally

Synonyms & similar words

plunge dump underprice knockdown coldcock floor deck ditch disposing jettisoning discarding abandonment elimination removal purging castoff scrap junking flinging tossing ditching shedding rejecting unloading scrapping ejection

Synonyms by register

Formal

disposal discharge deposition expulsion

Informal

chuck toss chuck out get rid of

Literary

casting flinging unburdening

Antonyms

collect gather save hoard keep preserve store

Common collocations

  • dumping ground
  • dumping waste
  • dumping site
  • dumping truck
  • dumping fee
  • dumping prices
  • dumping chemicals

Word family

noun dump
verb dump
adjective dumped

Usage note

The term 'dumping' often carries negative connotations, especially in contexts like international trade (dumping goods below cost) or environmental pollution. Be mindful of the specific context when using this word.

Example sentences

  1. The restaurant was caught dumping cooking oil into the sewer.
  2. Dumping trash in the ocean harms marine life.
  3. He was fined for dumping hazardous waste illegally.
  4. We need to find a proper way of dumping electronic waste.
  5. Dumping old furniture on the street is not allowed.

Quotes

  • I strongly oppose dumping radioactive waste in my district.
  • We cannot allow other countries to engage in unfair dumping practices.
  • Dumping plastic in the ocean is a major environmental issue.

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