SPRUNG Synonyms: 123 Similar and Opposite Words

sprung

verb

Definition of sprung

past participle of spring

as in originated

to come into existence when it comes to love and romance, hope springs eternally

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as in leaped

to propel oneself upward or forward into the air the cat sprang and pounced on the mouse

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as in released

to set free (as from slavery or confinement) had to spend a night in jail until their lawyer could come to spring them

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Recent Examples of sprung The discovery of Iron Ore in Minnesota sprung mining towns during his missionary efforts in the region. — Vivian Wilson, Twin Cities, 8 July 2026 Hope sprung eternal not on opening night but on July 1, when every fan could believe their GM was preparing to make a splash. — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 8 July 2026 All this sprung to mind on Friday, against a Cape Verde side that were dogged, well-organised and capable of scoring spectacular goals. — Michael Cox, New York Times, 4 July 2026 Denys Kostyshyn sprung Moshobane for a wide-open breakaway in the 83rd minute. — Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026 As the evening progressed, however, the noise died down, and the makeshift set at the base of the Statue of Liberty sprung into action, securing a performance without distractions. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2026 Victor sprung into action, knocking the gun away and tackling his father. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 She was sprung, looking no worse for wear, after posting $5,000 bond. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 23 June 2026 Chicago White Sox starter Davis Martin sprung off the mound, fielded a Kody Clemens comebacker with his bare hand, spun and fired to first for the out in the fourth inning Thursday against the Minnesota Twins. — Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprung

Verb

The brushfire originated near Ladera Ranch’s Narrow Canyon Road and Acaster Way on Tuesday afternoon and spread across seven acres before firefighters were able to get it under control.

— Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
The construction company has denied responsibility, saying the landslide originated far above the work site, the news agency said.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 July 2026

Definition of originated

Verb

Earlier this month, Uthmeier leapt to the defense of University of Florida board chairperson Mori Hosseini, one of DeSantis’ most loyal supporters and arguably the most powerful person at the school.

— Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
Behind the Egyptian goal, a massive group of Argentines leapt and danced, singing at the top of their lungs until their throats couldn’t take any more.

— Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 July 2026

Definition of leaped

Verb

Recently released pictures show his coffin next arriving in Karbala, surrounded by masses of people.

— Jamie Gray, NBC news, 9 July 2026
Last 'Cheetah Girls' movie released in 2008 The original film trilogy, based on Deborah Gregory's book series of the same name, is one of Disney Channel's most iconic original movie franchises.

— Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 9 July 2026

Definition of released

Verb

While Fiji flanker Levani Botia was in the sin-bin, England jumped from 14-3 to 35-3 with tries by Guy Pepper, Benhard Janse van Rensburg with his first touch on debut, and Seb Atkinson.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 July 2026
The couple jumped into their respective cars while also trying to help a neighbor with two toddlers.

— Sergio Rodrigo, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

Definition of jumped

Verb

The crew was rescued by local authorities after escaping in a lifeboat, the vessel’s Company Security Officer (CSO) told the maritime organization Sunday morning local time.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 12 July 2026
Summer campers rescued Friday’s drenching rains washed away roads around Camp Taum Sauk, trapping children and staffers at the site in the small southeastern community of Lesterville, according to Sgt.

— Hallie Golden, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

Definition of rescued

Verb

Other societal tensions have already arisen around South Korean chipmakers’ burgeoning profits from the AI boom.

— Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 29 June 2026
Concerns about vessels in the estuary resurfaced Monday after people associated with the aquatic center complained about them blocking the waterway and other issues that have arisen.

— Harry Harris, Mercury News, 25 June 2026