Synonyms for

Spilling

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

Definition

The act of accidentally or intentionally causing liquid to flow out of a container.

Synonyms & similar words

shed spill splatter pourforth slop runout disgorge talk pouring leaking flowing dribbling splashing spraying gushing discharging emitting shedding ejecting expelling seeping oozing trickling draining running streaming fountaining spouting

Synonyms by register

Formal

overflowing disgorging ejecting

Informal

sloshing tipping dumping pouring out

Literary

effusing shedding gushing

Antonyms

collecting gathering hoarding saving containing keeping holding

Common collocations

  • spilling the beans
  • spilling over
  • spilling out
  • spilling blood
  • spilling ink
  • spilling secrets
  • spilling coffee

Word family

noun spill
verb spill
adjective spillable

Usage note

The phrase 'spilling the beans' is a common idiom meaning to reveal a secret. 'Spilling' often implies an accidental or uncontrolled release.

Example sentences

  1. I am spilling milk all over the kitchen counter.
  2. The water spilled out of the glass when I accidentally knocked it over.
  3. My little brother spilled his juice box on my new shirt.
  4. I spilled some coffee on my keyboard and now it's not working properly.
  5. I was pouring my cereal and accidentally spilled the milk.

Quotes

  • Don't cry over spilled milk.
  • Life is like a cup of tea, it's all in how you make it. But don't spill it.
  • I'm not clumsy, I'm just accident-prone. I spilled my coffee this morning trying to shake hands with someone.

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