Synonyms for

Trash

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

Definition

Things that are no longer useful or wanted, or things that are considered low quality or worthless.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

refuse waste garbage rubbish

Informal

junk crap garbage rubbish detritus

Literary

dross scraps leavings

Antonyms

treasure asset valuable gem prize delicacy choice

Common collocations

  • take out the trash
  • trash can
  • trash bag
  • household trash
  • trash collection
  • trash disposal
  • trash heap
  • trash talk

Word family

noun trash
verb trash

Usage note

As a noun, 'trash' often refers to discarded or worthless material. As a verb, it means to destroy or ruin something, often in a careless or violent way.

Example sentences

  1. The park was littered with trash after the concert.
  2. My room is a mess because I haven't taken out the trash.
  3. I don't like to waste food, so I try to use up all my leftovers instead of throwing them in the trash.
  4. We found a lot of old furniture and broken appliances in the trash pile behind the store.

Quotes

  • One man's trash is another man's treasure.
  • The trash can is my best friend.
  • I threw out all my ex's belongings in the trash.

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