Synonyms for
Scotch
Definition
Scotch is a type of whiskey that is made in Scotland.
Synonyms & similar words
economical
score
scotchmaltwhiskey
scots
stinting
foil
scotchwhiskey
cross
scotchwhisky
scotch
baffle
maltwhisky
scotchmaltwhisky
frugal
scottish
maltwhiskey
sparing
bilk
queer
frustrate
spoil
thwart
whiskey
bourbon
rye
blend
spirit
distilled
booze
liquor
hooch
firewater
moonshine
alcohol
tipple
drink
potable
nectar
brew
beverage
libation
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- scotch a plan
- scotch a rumor
- scotch an attempt
- scotch the idea
- scotch the movement
- scotch the plot
Word family
verb scotch
Usage note
Primarily used as a verb meaning to put an end to something, often a plan or rumor. Less commonly used as a noun referring to a type of whisky or a mark.
Example sentences
- I sipped on my scotch and enjoyed the live music.
- My dad likes to scotch the corners of the rug to keep it from slipping.
- The scotch distillery in Scotland is over 200 years old.
- I prefer single malt scotch over blended scotch.
- I can't drink scotch because it gives me a headache.
Quotes
I'm a simple man. All I want is enough sleep for two normal men, enough whiskey for three, and enough women for four. - Joel Rosenberg
I have never in my life seen a Kentuckian who didn't have a gun, a pack of cards, and a jug of whiskey. - Andrew Jackson
Whiskey is by far the most popular of all remedies that won't cure a cold. - Jerry Vale