Synonyms for

Mug

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

Definition

a large cup with a handle, used for drinking hot beverages such as coffee or tea

Synonyms & similar words

patsy gull sucker chump softtouch fool physiognomy phiz visage mugful kisser mark countenance smiler fallguy cup tankard stein beaker chalice goblet vessel container jug flagon giraffe tumbler teacup drinkware

Synonyms by register

Formal

countenance visage physiognomy

Informal

face gob trap kisser boat

Literary

countenance visage features

Antonyms

beauty angel darling sweetheart gem treasure

Common collocations

  • ugly mug
  • dirty mug
  • funny mug
  • plain mug
  • big mug
  • round mug
  • his mug
  • her mug

Word family

noun mug
verb mug
adjective muggy

Usage note

The informal synonyms for 'mug' often refer to a person's face in a somewhat unflattering or familiar way. The verb 'to mug' means to rob someone, often violently.

Example sentences

  1. I always drink my tea out of a mug.
  2. My mom gave me a new mug for my birthday.
  3. The waiter brought me a mug of hot chocolate.
  4. I prefer to have my coffee from a large mug.
  5. I bought a souvenir mug from my trip to the zoo.

Quotes

  • "I'd rather take coffee than compliments just now." - Louisa May Alcott
  • "I would rather suffer with coffee than be senseless." - Napoleon Bonaparte
  • "Coffee is a language in itself." - Jackie Chan

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