SCOOPS Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

scoops 1 of 2

noun

plural of scoop

as in spoons

a utensil with a bowl and a handle that is used especially in cooking and serving food an ice cream scoop

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scoops

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of scoop

as in buckets

to lift out with something that holds liquid scooped broth out of the pan with a spoon

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fills
pours

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Recent Examples of scoops

Noun

Petco is giving rewards members free scoops of dog-friendly ice cream on National Ice Cream Day — Sunday, July 19 — at participating locations. — Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026 Set at an electric intersection on P-town’s main drag, the popular shop isn’t dedicated gluten-free but has plenty of safe options and a knowledgeable staff who will use fresh scoops and tubs when asked. — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026 After his brace in Saturday’s World Cup quarterfinal match, England star Jude Bellingham deserved two scoops of ice cream on Sunday. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 July 2026 To assemble, place 2 scoops of the vanilla ice cream into each of 4 coupe glasses. — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 12 July 2026 Clean bowls, scoops and utensils after every use This one’s easy to forget, but the FDA recommends washing and drying all feeding accessories after each use. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026 Use them to sandwich scoops of your very favorite ice cream(s). — Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026 As with all high-profile comic book movies these days, leaks and insider scoops are everywhere, some valid, some not. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Blitz a few scoops in your food processor until creamy, then use that in place of the plain Greek yogurt. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026

Verb

And as Rohan scoops this morning, the 401(k) recordkeeper is already garnering takeover interest, and has an activist investor pushing it to sell. — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 16 July 2026 The broad straps offset the lower neckline, which scoops at its narrowest point for a softer look, rather than forming a harsh line. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 13 July 2026 The fawn jumps at Officer Roy, who scoops the baby deer up, catching it in the crook of his arm. — Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 22 June 2026 The small red-and-white shop, covered in floral decor, also scoops gelato. — Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 6 May 2026 Her husband scoops it with his fingers and pops a bit in Rambukkana's mouth, then in the mouths of their four children. — Diaa Hadid, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026 Ma puts the red wine to one side, ignores the shortbread, and scoops a glob of cream cheese onto her fingertip. — Molly Aitken, New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2026 Their dad helps out every Friday with the HOA trash cans and occasionally scoops yards as well. — Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026 At the end of lunch, the entire crew scoops their leftover food into a compost bin, and then neatly stacks their containers on top of each others. — Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 8 Jan. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for scoops

Noun

This enables users to perform everyday grasping tasks, such as holding plates, glasses, forks, spoons, and other household objects with a secure grip.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026
Or, follow these recommendations by using separate measuring spoons and cups.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 July 2026

Definition of spoons

Verb

Eufy Robot Vacuum and Mop Deal The Eufy Omni C20 vacuum and mop offers a hands-free clean with an Omni Station that automatically empties dust, plus washes and dries its own mop pads.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 15 July 2026
Plus, its dock automatically empties the dustbin, washes and dries the mop pads, and can go up to 65 days between dustbin changes.

— Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 23 June 2026

Definition of empties

Verb

The novel plot is intricately structured and gratifying while the animation — which dips into various styles including impressionism — invites you into an awe-inspiring alternative world.

— Randy Myers, Mercury News, 16 July 2026
Even if that number dips, the addition of Jaylen Waddle screams that Nix will throw at least 25 touchdowns.

— Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 July 2026