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stoop

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of stoop

to descend to a level that is beneath oneʼs dignity

  • the debate would be more enlightening if both sides didn't stoop to name-calling
Synonyms of stoop

condescend, deign
Words Related to stoop

abase, debase, degrade, demean, discredit, disgrace, dishonor, humble, humiliate, lower, shame
Near Antonyms of stoop

rise

stoop

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of stoop

a covered structure adjoining an entrance to a building

  • the stoop at the front entrance is just big enough to shield a resident from the elements as he fumbles for his keys
Synonyms of stoop

gallery [Southern {amp}amp; Midland], lanai, piazza [dialect], porch, veranda (or verandah)
Words Related to stoop

galilee, portico

sleeping porch, solarium, sunporch, sunroom (also sun parlor)

porte cochere

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