Synonyms for

Trickle

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

Definition

to flow in a small stream; to drip slowly

Synonyms & similar words

filter drip dribble drip flow run seep ooze percolate filter drain traverse move pass circulate stream course progress proceed continue spill leak

Synonyms by register

Formal

seep ooze flow dribble

Informal

drip leak dribble seep

Literary

weep flow murmur

Antonyms

flood pour gush deluge stream surge

Common collocations

  • trickle down
  • trickle of water
  • trickle of information
  • trickle of blood
  • trickle of tears
  • trickle of hope
  • trickle out

Word family

noun trickle
verb trickle

Usage note

Often used to describe a slow, small flow of liquid or other substances. 'Trickle down' is a common idiom referring to the gradual distribution of wealth or benefits from the top to the bottom.

Example sentences

  1. The water trickled down the rocks.
  2. The sand trickled out of the bag.
  3. The tears trickled down her cheeks.
  4. The sweat trickled down his face.
  5. The oil trickled out of the bottle.

Quotes

  • 'A good idea is about ten percent and implementation and hard work, and luck is 90 percent.' - David Blakely
  • 'Failure is success in progress.' - Albert Einstein
  • 'All that glitters is not gold.' - William Shakespeare

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