Synonyms for

Pumps

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

Definition

Pumps are a type of shoe with a low heel and no laces or buckles.

Synonyms & similar words

pump ticker heart heels stilettoes wedges platforms slingbacks Oxfords loafers brogues derbies moccasins espadrilles sandals thongs flip-flops slides mules

Synonyms by register

Formal

apparatus mechanism device machine

Informal

heels shoes kicks sneakers

Literary

footwear shod

Antonyms

deflates empties drains subsides lessens

Common collocations

  • high heels
  • water pumps
  • air pumps
  • fuel pumps
  • pump iron
  • pump up
  • pump out

Word family

noun pump
verb pump

Usage note

The word 'pumps' can refer to footwear, particularly high-heeled shoes, or to mechanical devices that move fluids or air. Context is crucial for understanding its meaning.

Example sentences

  1. My mom bought me a new pair of pumps for school.
  2. She danced all night in her sparkly pumps.
  3. I need to find a pair of pumps to match my dress.
  4. The bride wore white pumps with her wedding gown.
  5. I prefer wearing pumps to sneakers.

Quotes

  • "Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world." - Marilyn Monroe
  • "I still have my feet on the ground, I just wear better shoes." - Oprah Winfrey
  • "I firmly believe that with the right footwear one can rule the world." - Bette Midler

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