plonk
7 synonyms for plonk, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To put something down heavily or carelessly.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use plonk
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
plonk down
a bottle of plonk
Both senses are casual, everyday British English.
Etymology
An imitative word copying the sound of a heavy object landing; related to "plunk".
Full origin of plonk →Frequently asked questions
What does “plonk” mean?
The word “plonk” means to put something down heavily or carelessly. In plain terms, either the thud of something dropped heavily, or (informally) cheap wine.
How do you pronounce “plonk”?
“Plonk” is pronounced plongk (/plɑŋk/ in IPA).
How do you use “plonk” in a sentence?
Here is “plonk” used in a sentence: “He plonked his bag down on the kitchen table.”
What part of speech is “plonk”?
Depending on how it is used, “plonk” can be a verb and a noun.
How many meanings does “plonk” have?
“Plonk” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to put something down heavily or carelessly.
