Synonyms of scoop

scoop 1 of 2

noun

ˈsküp 

1

as in spoon

a utensil with a bowl and a handle that is used especially in cooking and serving food

an ice cream scoop

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spoon
• ladle
• dipper
• teaspoon
• tablespoon
• skimmer
• soupspoon
• dessertspoon

2

as in tip

information not generally available to the public

come on, I know you've got the scoop on their breakup

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tip
• rumor
• information
• book
• news
• poop
• lowdown
• inside
• skinny
• dope
• story
• dish
• 411
• hint
• gossip
• dirt
• word
• pointer
• intelligence
• tidings

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ancient history
• open secret

scoop

2 of 2

verb

as in to spoon

to lift out with something that holds liquid

scooped broth out of the pan with a spoon

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spoon
• bucket
• dip
• empty
• drain
• ladle
• pump
• dish
• eliminate
• lade
• draw (off)
• draw
• bail
• exhaust
• deplete
• bleed
• siphon
• slop
• decant
• suction

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fill
• pour

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of scoop

Noun

More of a stat compiler than outright league winner, this scoop of Steel City oatmeal should nourish our rosters, as long as the Pirates remain near the top of MLB's scoring leaderboard. — John Laghezza, New York Times, 24 July 2026

The new exterior takes the Sterrato’s already sculpted visage and adds some serious brawn, which can best be seen in the fenders and the roof, which now sports a scoop. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 July 2026

Verb

Develop your own flavors and choose between scooped or swirled for your favorite cold treat. — ABC News, 17 July 2026

Instead, the Sapps envisioned something a bit more whimsical by slicing—rather than scooping—five different flavors balanced atop a cone. — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 17 July 2026