Synonyms of hiccup

hiccup

noun

ˈhi-(ˌ)kəp 

variants also hiccough

as in interruption

a break in continuity

the business has grown steadily for 14 years, with only a few minor hiccups

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interruption
• interval
• hiatus
• pause
• gap
• lull
• interlude
• discontinuity
• interim
• intermission
• lag
• parenthesis
• interregnum
• window
• time lag
• interstice
• comma
• suspension
• bumper
• discontinuance
• rest
• caesura
• lapse
• space
• interspace
• adjournment
• respite
• entr'acte
• recess
• subinterval

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continuity
• continuation
• run
• progression
• stretch
• continuum
• procession

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hiccup

Despite the various headwinds and political uncertainty, most of Wall Street expects the growth in the economy to continue — if not without hiccups and lingering issues over the cost of living. — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026

Aside from some technical hiccups at polling places in Broward County this morning, the elections went smoothly, said Scott. — Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026

The stress of feeling somewhat coerced into having the procedure was compounded by having to navigate these unexpected hiccups and the finances — without any support from my providers themselves. — Pooja Yerramilli, STAT, 28 Oct. 2026

With a zippy 144Hz refresh rate, everything from college football to the latest action flick will look smooth, while stuttering and hiccups are all but eliminated. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026