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

For dessert, there are seasonal pies sold whole or by the slice and homemade bread pudding, a root beer float and a berry cobbler with two scoops of ice cream. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 24 July 2026 Tay’s partnered with One More Scoop to sell scoops of vanilla and chocolate at the cheesesteak restaurant. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026 At events like weddings or work functions, passed appetizers are typically designed to be eaten in one or two bites, think tiny sliders, individual scoops of ice cream, or tea sandwiches. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 19 July 2026 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 For a fun seasonal DIY dessert, serve scoops with ice cream cones, hot fudge sauce, colorful sprinkles, and nuts and let guests make their own sundaes. — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 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 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

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

The brothers worked the deep weed edges with large spoons, making long casts and hopping them off bottom.

— Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 23 July 2026
The collection features beet-print oven mitts, plates, and more, plus colorful kitchen essentials like measuring spoons and cups.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026

Definition of spoons

Verb

That access can be a convenience for paying bills, or a problem if one owner empties the account without the other’s agreement.

— Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026
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

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