What is another word for scores?

Common synonyms for scores include scads, sexualconquest, seduce, rafts, grievance.

What is the opposite of scores?

Antonyms of scores include failures, losses, defeats, setbacks, shortcomings.

Synonyms for

Scores

Noun / skɔ:rz / Another word for scores — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Scores refer to the total number of points earned in a game or a test.

Synonyms & similar words

scads sexualconquest seduce rafts grievance make oodles lots grade wads heaps gobs stacks loads score lashings dozens rackup piles tons slews nock grudge hit mark points marks grades results tallies totals statistics achievements accolades accomplishments successes victories wins triumphs feats records ratings rankings positions standings

Synonyms by register

Formal

results tallies records counts

Informal

points marks runs goals

Literary

tally reckoning enumeration

Antonyms

failures losses defeats setbacks shortcomings

Common collocations

high scores
low scores
score a goal
score a point
score a touchdown
score a victory
final scores
winning scores

Word family

noun score

verb score

adjective scored

adverb scarcely

Usage note

The word 'score' can refer to the number of points in a game or competition, or to a success or achievement. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

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