stopper
5 synonyms and 2 antonyms for stopper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A plug or cork used to close the opening of a bottle or container.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
Antonyms
How to use stopper
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bottle stopper
a real stopper
top-class stopper
Etymology
From stop plus the agent suffix -er.
Full origin of stopper →Frequently asked questions
What does “stopper” mean?
The word “stopper” means a plug or cork used to close the opening of a bottle or container. In plain terms, something (or someone) whose job is to block, plug, or halt something else.
How do you pronounce “stopper”?
“Stopper” is pronounced STOP-uh (/ˈstɑ.pɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “stopper” in a sentence?
Here is “stopper” used in a sentence: “She pressed the glass stopper firmly back into the decanter.”
What is another word for “stopper”?
Words with a similar meaning to “stopper” include local and stopping train.
What is the opposite of “stopper”?
The opposite of “stopper” — its antonyms — are fast and express.
What part of speech is “stopper”?
“Stopper” is a noun.
How many meanings does “stopper” have?
“Stopper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a plug or cork used to close the opening of a bottle or container.
