Synonyms for

Lips

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

Definition

The two fleshy parts that form the upper and lower edges of the mouth opening.

Synonyms & similar words

mouth brim rim lip sass backtalk sassing mouth kisser smacker smoocher kissers labia labium rictus yap maw trap piehole gob chops lip

Synonyms by register

Formal

labia labrum

Informal

mouth smacker

Literary

vermilion rosebuds

Antonyms

mouth jaw chin nose ears forehead

Common collocations

  • parted lips
  • pursed lips
  • red lips
  • dry lips
  • full lips
  • kissed lips
  • biting lips

Word family

noun lip
verb lip
adjective lipped

Usage note

While 'labia' and 'labrum' can be anatomical synonyms, they are rarely used in everyday conversation. 'Lip' is also used figuratively to mean impudence or boldness, as in 'He had the lip to talk back'.

Example sentences

  1. She put on some chapstick to moisturize her lips.
  2. He kissed her on the lips.
  3. She smiled and her lips turned up at the corners.
  4. She pursed her lips when she was angry.
  5. He had a big smile on his lips.

Quotes

  • "I love the smell of lipstick in the morning." - Reese Witherspoon
  • "I like lips that are not too full and not too thin; just the right proportion." - Diane Kruger
  • "I love the confidence makeup gives me." - Tyra Banks

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