Synonyms of dishes

dishes 1 of 2

noun

plural of dish

1

as in bowls

a usually circular utensil for holding something (as food)

we threw all of the ingredients for the salsa into a dish and mixed them together

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bowls
• plates
• trays
• vessels
• cups
• casseroles
• platters
• saucers
• waiters
• servers
• chargers
• salvers

2

as in dolls

a physically attractive person

what a dish my blind date turned out to be!

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dolls
• beauties
• lovelies
• tens
• babes
• foxes
• showstoppers
• eyefuls
• hotties
• lookers
• goddesses
• hunks
• cuties
• knockouts
• dreamboats
• studs
• glamour-pusses
• stunners
• beefcakes
• superstuds

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dogs

dishes

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of dish

as in gossips

to relate sometimes questionable or secret information of a personal nature

a DJ who dishes the celebrity gossip as part of the morning programming

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gossips
• talks
• tattles
• spills the beans
• wags
• tells
• spills
• hints
• blabs
• reports
• reveals
• rumors
• divulges
• intimates
• tips (off)
• bandies (about)
• implies
• circulates
• discloses
• suggests
• noises (about or abroad)
• lets on
• blabbers
• informs
• squeals
• snitches
• confides
• insinuates
• babbles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• shuts up
• clams up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dishes

Noun

Includes gardening tips to grow perfect perennials and chiles for every palate, plus articles on delicious Ukrainian food dishes and Christmas family traditions, banana recipe contest winners and practical life advice. —Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Nov. 2025

That breaks down as 30 by the back door landing on bags of beans and rice; 40 by the three-compartment sink and dry storage shelves, landing on spices and dirty dishes; 10 by a kitchen prep table; 10 under another prep table; 10 by the walk-in freezer and steam table; and two by the front counter. —David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025

In addition to the convenience factor, dishwasher pods are also popular due to their effectiveness in cleaning dishes. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2025

Capital region food truck Bangin’ Bowls plans to open in the small building in 2026, serving Latin American fusion dishes. —Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025

Cafés such as The Clock Pub and Colombitalia Arepas serve some of the best local dishes, from perfectly crisp arepas to fresh seafood ceviche, all without straining your budget. —Essence, 7 Nov. 2025

Popular dishes included the lasagna, penne alla vodka and chicken parm sandwich. —Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025

First, remove any dishes, utensils, or debris from the sink. —Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025

Her visit turned into an entire culinary experience featuring popular Mexican dishes and a night of partying alongside her friends, the members of Mexican band Latin Mafia. —Natalia Cano, Billboard, 31 Oct. 2025

Verb

Coming on the other end of this experience with a lifelong sisterhood, budding romance, and title as the certified Bama Barbie, Carthen also dishes on all of the beauty tips and tricks that enhanced her days in the villa. —Essence, 26 Aug. 2025

Scotty dishes 80% of the debt in short duration! —Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025

Ahead, Schroeder dishes how to do just that, and reveals the best pizza toppings to pair with street cart onion sauce. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2025