Synonyms of sips

sips 1 of 2

noun

plural of sip

as in gulps

the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time

there are a few sips left in the glass

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gulps
• drinks
• swallows
• swigs
• drops
• snorts
• nips
• belts
• drafts
• quaffs
• shots
• slugs
• swills
• sups
• drams
• drags

sips

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of sip

as in drinks

to swallow in liquid form

slowly sipping the hot soup

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gulps
• drinks
• quaffs
• slurps
• swigs
• licks
• pounds (down)
• guzzles
• swills
• imbibes
• belts (down)
• sups
• tosses (down or off)
• hoists
• slugs (down)
• sucks
• knocks back
• consumes
• laps
• mouths (down)
• wines
• downs
• toasts
• tipples
• nips
• ingurgitates
• puts away
• kills
• pledges

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sips

Noun

This week's quiz highlights presidential portrayals, summer sips — and more. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2026

On the palate, first sips are remarkably soft and approachable, and Hyperion drinks a touch below its 110 proof. — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

During grand tastings, ticket holders will have the opportunity to try sips and bites from more than 100 purveyors, all curated by local and global chefs. — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 20 Aug. 2026

Competition in the Pantry Awards drinks category was stiff—but the sips are all alcohol-free. — Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Aug. 2026

If the person is suffering from heat exhaustion, try to give them sips of cool water. — Jonathan Myers, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

If that sounds like you after a few sips of a PSL, then read on. — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026

During long tournament days, a small snack between matches or sips of a sports drink can help maintain energy. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026

And any drink needs a spot to rest in between sips, which is why a pretty side table is essential. — Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026

Verb

The crowd sips matcha dragon fruit cocktails and stares, aghast. — Dina Cheney, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2026

California returns to its original brand collaboration with BLQK coffee, and the team sips espresso during timeouts. — Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Michelle Yeung sips a matcha drink. — Mike Winters mickey Todiwala, CNBC, 4 June 2026

This is a rum that sips well beyond its relatively low strength, with deep notes of cherry, chocolate, maple, spice, and oak on the palate. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 May 2026

The Bitcoin Ticket Miner submits your ticket for every draw, around the clock, from a compact device that barely sips power. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026

Group support Wrapped in a fleece jacket, Sarah sips white wine from a stemmed glass. — Gerald Witt, AJC.com, 1 Mar. 2026

Nasser adds a spoonful to her chia cherry water recipe and sips the fiber-rich drink slowly during the evenings. — Devinder Bains, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026

Lindsay Lohan sips on a tasty treat to kick off the 3rd Annual Betch of the Year with Dunkin'. — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 3 Dec. 2025