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Peters

Verb / ˈpi:tɜ:z / Another word for peters — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A surname that means 'son of Peter'.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

diminish wane subside recede

Informal

fade die down run out dry up

Literary

ebb flag wane

Antonyms

begin start originate commence initiate launch

Common collocations

  • peters out
  • slowly peters out
  • gradually peters out
  • eventually peters out
  • interest peters out
  • energy peters out
  • support peters out

Word family

verb peter

Usage note

The verb 'peters' is almost exclusively used in the phrasal verb 'peters out', meaning to gradually diminish or come to an end. It is rarely used on its own.

Example sentences

  1. My friend's last name is PETERS.
  2. Mr. PETERS is the principal of our school.
  3. The PETERS family has a big garden in their backyard.
  4. Do you know anyone named PETERS?
  5. PETERS is a common surname in the United States.

Quotes

  • "I have always thought that I would have made a very good PETERS." - Colin Firth
  • "I hate to be a nuisance, but could you please pass the salt, PETERS?" - John Cleese
  • "The only way you can make a PETERS novel is to keep him out of it." - Ernest Hemingway

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