1
as in filing
to mark with or as if with a line or groove
the glassblower scored the glass rod first so that it would break cleanly
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in winning
to gain (as points or runs in a game) as credit towards one's total number of points
he scored the winning goal in the final minute of play
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in achieving
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
finally scored a good job after years of hard work
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in scolding
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
scored her for failing to report the security breach immediately
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of scoring
The guard earned title game MVP honors, scoring 20 points and showcasing his elite shooting by converting six 3-pointers.
—
Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
Both Riley and Bates returned kickoffs in 2024, with Riley scoring a 96-yard touchdown against Utah State.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 7 Apr. 2026
On Sunday, stops were hard to come by with Flagg scoring almost at will (14 for 27 from the field, 15 for 17 at the free-throw line), and the Lakers’ responses never nudged the needle in their favor.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 6 Apr. 2026
The teams exchanged runs in the 10th, Seattle scoring on Randy Arozarena's RBI single and the Angels on Logan O'Hoppe's sacrifice fly.
—CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
The Oilers have conceded 254 goals while scoring 265 for a +11 scoring differential.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
The teams exchanged runs in the 10th, Seattle scoring on Randy Arozarena’s single and the Angels (5-5) on Logan O’Hoppe’s sacrifice fly.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
White was similarly inefficient, scoring seven points on 3-of-12 shooting, including 1-for-6 from 3-point range.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
In 22 games this season, Roese, 28, recorded six assists for the Sirens, ranking third on the team in scoring from the blueline.
—Twin Cities, 31 Mar. 2026
Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
Both Riley and Bates returned kickoffs in 2024, with Riley scoring a 96-yard touchdown against Utah State.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 7 Apr. 2026
On Sunday, stops were hard to come by with Flagg scoring almost at will (14 for 27 from the field, 15 for 17 at the free-throw line), and the Lakers’ responses never nudged the needle in their favor.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 6 Apr. 2026
The teams exchanged runs in the 10th, Seattle scoring on Randy Arozarena's RBI single and the Angels on Logan O'Hoppe's sacrifice fly.
—CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
The Oilers have conceded 254 goals while scoring 265 for a +11 scoring differential.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
The teams exchanged runs in the 10th, Seattle scoring on Randy Arozarena’s single and the Angels (5-5) on Logan O’Hoppe’s sacrifice fly.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
White was similarly inefficient, scoring seven points on 3-of-12 shooting, including 1-for-6 from 3-point range.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
In 22 games this season, Roese, 28, recorded six assists for the Sirens, ranking third on the team in scoring from the blueline.
—Twin Cities, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scoring
Verb
-
In California, with its history of wildfires often caused by arson or negligence, prosecutors have not shied away from filing criminal charges, including murder, against people suspected of starting blazes or explosions, Taylor said.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
-
Guzman is also accused of preparing and filing false tax returns for her and her spouse claiming wages from MAFC and the withholding of federal taxes.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
In addition, Ken is an Emmy-award winning broadcaster for Fox Sports’ MLB telecasts.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
-
The Heat is just one loss behind the Hornets and holds the head-to-head tiebreaker over Charlotte after winning the regular-season series 3-1.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Humanity has never built an outpost on a world beyond Earth before, after all, so achieving that grand vision will be a heavy lift.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
11 Apr. 2026
-
In my view, understanding the obstacles to change is a critical step toward achieving this goal.—
Marie Helweg-Larsen,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
First, as the Florida ACLU’s Howard Simon points out, Uthmeier is not scolding another branch of government.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2026
-
Security guard Pascal Duvier, most recently infamous for allegedly scolding 11-year-old Ada Law at a hotel in São Paulo, is clearing the air.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Hoerner already has six doubles this year after tallying 29 a season ago.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
-
Malone is the winningest coach in Nuggets history, tallying 471 career wins across his career there, while also winning an NBA title in 2023.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
In the photo, Alito has the look of a man attaining his destiny.—
Peter S. Canellos,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2026
-
His higher calling hit while attaining his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemical engineering and computer science from the University of Illinois and University of Illinois Chicago, says the 61-year-old pastor.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Therefore, now is not the time to be lecturing our partners and allies.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2026
-
That includes lecturing, building curriculum, pursuing research and speaking about university policy.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
-
Use gentle solutions like dish soap, baking soda, or vinegar to clean without scratching surfaces or leaving streaks.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
5 Apr. 2026
-
The quest to find out why some Braves were celebrating hits by scratching their heads proved more arduous than expected.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
3 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Scoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scoring. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
