slump
0 antonyms and opposites of slump, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To sit or stand with a drooping, heavy posture, often from tiredness.
How to use slump
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Likely of Scandinavian origin, related to Danish and Norwegian words for stumbling or falling by chance — the same family that gives us the sense of collapsing suddenly.
Full origin of slump →Frequently asked questions
What does “slump” mean?
The word “slump” means to sit or stand with a drooping, heavy posture, often from tiredness. In plain terms, a sudden drop — in posture, performance, mood, or the economy.
How do you pronounce “slump”?
“Slump” is pronounced sluhmp (/slʌmp/ in IPA).
How do you use “slump” in a sentence?
Here is “slump” used in a sentence: “He slumped into his chair after the long shift.”
What part of speech is “slump”?
Depending on how it is used, “slump” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “slump” come from?
The word “slump” comes from Norwegian. Likely of Scandinavian origin, related to Danish and Norwegian words for stumbling or falling by chance — the same family that gives us the sense of collapsing suddenly.
Is “slump” a common word?
“Slump” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “slump” have?
“Slump” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to sit or stand with a drooping, heavy posture, often from tiredness.