Synonyms of scrub

scrub 1 of 2

verb

as in to scrap

to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)

the outdoor art project was scrubbed when the organizers found out they needed permission from city hall

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scrap
• cancel
• abandon
• revoke
• repeal
• abort
• recall
• call off
• drop
• rescind
• call
• withdraw
• reverse
• cry off
• halt
• suspend
• terminate
• nullify
• end
• write off
• invalidate
• retract
• roll back
• take back
• stop
• interrupt
• abrogate
• void
• annul
• discontinue
• hold back
• recant
• relinquish
• break off
• surrender
• countermand
• give up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• keep
• continue
• engage
• start
• begin
• initiate
• promise
• undertake
• pledge
• take up
• commence
• take on

scrub

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noun

ˈskrəb 

as in toy

something (such as an animal) much smaller than others of its kind

that scrub of a mutt turned out to be the smartest dog we ever had

Synonyms & Similar Words

• toy
• dwarf
• diminutive
• mini
• midget
• mite
• miniature
• runt
• peewee
• pygmy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• giant
• monster
• mammoth
• jumbo
• colossus
• whale
• behemoth
• titan
• leviathan
• whopper

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of scrub

Verb

Wipe the solution off with water and a microfiber cloth, scrubbing at the grimy parts. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 26 Aug. 2026

Chang’e 7 was supposed to launch onboard a Long March 5 rocket on August 24, but the launch was scrubbed on Sunday evening, China’s Manned Space Agency (CMSA) said in a statement. — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 24 Aug. 2026

Noun

After a cup of lemongrass tea, my 60-minute Swedish massage began with a relaxing foot bath and scrub. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026

Mistakes To Avoid There are a few mistakes people often make when cleaning their garage door—the biggest one involving abrasive scrub pads. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2026