Synonyms for

Swoop

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

Definition

to move rapidly downward through the air

Synonyms & similar words

pounce slide swoopup dive plunge descend drop fall dart zoom rush speed bolt pounce attack strike ambush surprise raid assault charge storm infiltrate

Synonyms by register

Formal

descend plunge dive

Informal

dip drop fall

Literary

stoop careen

Antonyms

climb ascend rise soar hover perch

Common collocations

  • swoop down
  • swoop in
  • swoop past
  • swoop low
  • swoop and dive
  • swoop to attack
  • swoop for the kill

Word family

noun swoop
verb swoop

Usage note

Often used to describe the rapid downward movement of birds of prey or aircraft. Can also be used metaphorically for a sudden, swift action.

Example sentences

  1. The superhero swooped in to save the day.
  2. The bird swooped down to catch a worm.
  3. The rollercoaster swooped and looped.
  4. The bat swooped over our heads.
  5. The airplane swooped low over the city.

Quotes

  • The hawk swoops down on its prey.
  • I could hear the swoop of the owl's wings as it flew by.
  • The eagle's swoop is a thing of beauty.

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