Synonyms for

Popped

Verb / pɑ:pt / Another word for popped — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make a sudden, short, explosive sound.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

erupted burst exploded

Informal

came out appeared showed up sprang

Literary

emerged bloomed unfurled

Antonyms

remained stayed held persisted endured continued

Common collocations

  • popped out
  • popped up
  • popped in
  • popped the question
  • popped a balloon
  • popped corn
  • popped a wheelie

Word family

noun pop
verb pop
adjective popping

Usage note

The word 'popped' is often used informally to describe something appearing suddenly or unexpectedly. It can also refer to the sound of an explosion or bursting.

Example sentences

  1. I popped a balloon at the party.
  2. The popcorn popped in the microwave.
  3. The bubble wrap popped when I stepped on it.
  4. The cork popped off the bottle of champagne.
  5. She popped a wheelie on her bike.

Quotes

  • And then the balloon popped and the kids cried and the dog barked and the cat ran and I got a headache.
  • I popped a couple of aspirin in my mouth, swallowed them down, and immediately felt like a new man.
  • I didn't know what to do when the bubble popped, so I just blew another one.

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