DRAM Synonyms: 142 Similar and Opposite Words

dram

noun

ˈdram

Definition of dram

as in splash

a very small amount allow me to offer a dram of advice

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Recent Examples of dram Or take a literal shot of reality with a wee dram in the tasting room at Talisker Distillery, followed by a gourmet dinner from the Welsh chef who owns the charming Hame Hotel with his Polish partner and their adorable Aussie dog. — Patti Nickell, Boston Herald, 15 Feb. 2026 Many establishments may also be unaware that their dram shop coverage does not cover on-premises THC consumption, creating significant liability exposure. — Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026 The menu features Scottish cuisine made from local ingredients, like scallops collected by one of the distillery’s stillmen, local venison, and vegetables grown on the island, while a whisky trolley patrols the dining room offering a range of drams each night. — Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 8 Sep. 2025 While all that’s going on, Brian takes a dram with his father and talks about his future within the family. — Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 5 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dram

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Noun

Designed to feel more like island residential living, all accommodations include a kitchen, in-unit washer and dryer, and private outdoor space set against a palette of deep earth tones and splashes of aqua blue.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies made one of the biggest splashes of the trade deadline by acquiring three-time batting champion Luis Arraez, a move designed to strengthen an offense that has struggled for consistency during stretches of the 2026 season.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of splash

Noun

Lollapalooza attendees were met with on-and-off sprinkling all day but about 45 minutes into the Smashing Pumpkins' set, a consistent enough rainfall led fans to pull on ponchos, with some even leaving early.

— Greta Cross, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026
Navy cat-eye polish sparkles under 3D seashell ridges and a sprinkling of pearls.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 July 2026

Definition of sprinkling

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If there is a glimmer of hope in the smoke, it can be found in the relatively low mortality rates for these recent urban fires, and their largely successful evacuations, which demonstrate real social cohesion and admirable courage and civic spirit.

— John Vaillant, Time, 8 Aug. 2026
As his mind retreats to the hues of old movies, Charlotte breaks the fog with a glimmer of humanity.

— Andy Andersen, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of glimmer

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Demo time Early next year, Halliburton will drill the first test well—using an extra-large drill bit—to delve thousands of feet underground vertically and horizontally.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 9 Aug. 2026
In IconArrows pointing outwards Berkshire still came out a little bit ahead, however, as the stock is now trading just under $184.

— Alex Crippen, CNBC, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of bit

Noun

How to Grate Zucchini Once grated, the one large zucchini for this recipe should come out to about 1 ¾ cups of shreds.

— Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 30 July 2026
To get on Fauci’s good side was to earn his confidence, his respect, and the benefits of his network of resources; to land on his bad side was to be carved into shreds inside his office, the worst of his rampages audible through the closed door.

— Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026

Definition of shred

Noun

For millions of people with geographic atrophy, the speck in their vision is far more literal and can eventually lead to blindness.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Aug. 2026
Pay close attention to where leaves meet the stem, the underside of leaves, and within the petals for any movement or tiny specks.

— Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of speck

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