Synonyms for

Supper

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

Definition

a meal that is eaten in the evening

Synonyms & similar words

dinner feast banquet repast spread meal chow victuals nourishment provisions grub eats fare food sustenance refection collation

Synonyms by register

Formal

dinner evening meal

Informal

grub chow nosher bite to eat

Literary

vespers night meal

Antonyms

breakfast brunch luncheon midday meal morning meal first meal

Common collocations

  • have supper
  • eat supper
  • prepare supper
  • serve supper
  • late supper
  • family supper
  • light supper
  • hearty supper

Word family

noun supper

Usage note

Supper is generally considered the last meal of the day, often a lighter meal than dinner. In some regions or contexts, 'dinner' can also refer to the evening meal, leading to potential ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I am looking forward to supper tonight.
  2. What are you having for supper?
  3. We usually have supper around 6 pm.
  4. Do you want to join us for supper?
  5. I am too full from lunch to have a big supper.

Quotes

  • There is no spectacle on earth more appealing than that of a beautiful woman in the act of cooking dinner for someone she loves. - Thomas Wolfe
  • After a good dinner, one can forgive anybody, even one's own relatives. - Oscar Wilde
  • I don't cry over spilt milk, but a fallen scoop of ice cream is enough to ruin my whole day. - Terri Guillemets

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