Synonyms for

Sap

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

Definition

Sap refers to the liquid that circulates in the vascular system of a plant, providing essential nutrients. It can also mean a foolish or stupid person.

Synonyms & similar words

muggins tire saphead cosh playout tomfool fool blackjack rundown exhaust juice nectar essence idiocy foolishness stupidity nonsense baloney bull claptrap hogwash rubbish trash drivel gibberish malarkey nonsense poppycock twaddle blather

Synonyms by register

Formal

essence vitality vigor lifeblood

Informal

juice guts oomph energy

Literary

elixir nectar quintessence

Antonyms

dryness sterility barrenness lifelessness weakness exhaustion

Common collocations

  • tree sap
  • maple sap
  • plant sap
  • sap sucker
  • sap flow
  • drain the sap
  • full of sap

Word family

noun sap
verb sap

Usage note

As a noun, 'sap' can refer to the vital fluid of a plant or, metaphorically, to energy or spirit. As a verb, it means to weaken or deplete gradually.

Example sentences

  1. The tree's sap is very sweet and delicious.
  2. Don't be a sap and fall for his tricks.
  3. The plant was sapped of its nutrients by the harsh weather conditions.
  4. He felt like a sap for believing her lies.
  5. The sap from the plant can be used to make medicine.

Quotes

  • The sap rises in the spring.
  • Don't be a sap, kid.
  • The tree's sap is like its blood.

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