Synonyms for

Skips

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

Definition

To move along lightly, bouncing off one foot onto the other.

Synonyms & similar words

omission boundoff skip decamp hop cut skim skipover vamoose skitter passover jump hopskip hop jump leap bounce dance gallop prance trip step bob spring flit skitter frolic whisk jig bound skipper flit waltz

Example sentences

  1. She skips rope every day after school.
  2. The little girl skips down the sidewalk with her dog.
  3. He skips stones across the pond.
  4. The kangaroo skips across the field.
  5. The horse skips over the jump with ease.

Quotes

  • When life gives you lemons, skip the lemonade and go straight for the gin and tonic. - Unknown
  • Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind. - Nathaniel Hawthorne
  • The best way to get something done is to begin. - Unknown

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