TOPS Synonyms: 121 Similar and Opposite Words

tops 1 of 2

noun

Definition of tops

plural of top

as in lids

a piece placed over an open container to hold in, protect, or conceal its contents make sure the top is on the blender before you turn it on or you'll make a mess

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as in pinnacles

the highest part or point a hawk's nest at the very top of the tree

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tops

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verb

present tense third-person singular of top

as in exceeds

to be greater, better, or stronger than the next contender's javelin throw topped the reigning champion's and set a new world record

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Recent Examples of tops

Noun

This season, even quiet luxury all-timer The Row showed gorgeous, beaded, colorful tops, while the stark whites and creams that still dominated the collection were paired with chunky beaded necklaces and lace and crochet detailing. — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026 Dubbed the Ovolo, the oddball construction was utilized for both low-tops (with several material makeups) and boots and is now set for a revision amid the rekindling sneaker heel trend. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026 Spread ginger whipped cream on the tops and sides of the cake just before serving. — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026 The seating area features a mix of table sizes, ranging from those designed for solo travelers up to two-tops that can be pushed together for groups of eight (the former dining area is now part of the buffet seating). — Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Oct. 2026 Finding fall tops and sweaters that don’t swallow a petite frame is no small feat, especially when oversized silhouettes are everywhere right now. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2026 Both are curled in chairs in an otherwise empty room in an upscale Hyde Park Corner hotel, modestly dressed in jeans, sneakers and casual tops. — Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026

Verb

The Duo, whose price starts at nearly $2,000 and tops $3,000 for higher-end models, represents Apple's biggest bet in years and the first major product rollout under new Apple CEO John Ternus. — Maya Blackstone, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026 Dealing with the increasing cost of living and escalating property taxes tops the list of priorities for many members of the Illinois General Assembly and candidates who hope to win a seat in Springfield. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026 Now in his 10th Heat season with his lone NBA franchise, Adebayo already tops the Heat’s all-time leader boards in defensive rebounds and double-doubles. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2026 The offering tops Google’s $85 billion and Oracle’s $25 billion announced stock sales this year. — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 26 Oct. 2026 The Sleep Number Climate360 Mattress (Queen) tops the Forbes list of smart mattress picks at $5,749, out of reach for most households. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026 As for the pieces, the campaign displays a faux fur coat, tops in chantilly lace and chainmail, thigh-high riding boots, and more. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026 The Vols, however, maintain last Saturday's third-down sack tops 'em all. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2026 The City fans who did stay away missed another slick performance from Maresca's team, which tops the Premier League and quickly bounced back from defeat to PSG with another win in the Champions League. — ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tops

Noun

The formula also features hydrating glycerin and vitamin E to help each shade glide across lids without tugging.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 30 Oct. 2026
As a fun bonus, the lids are also compatible with dry-erase markers for easy labeling and date-keeping in the fridge.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of lids

Noun

Set the scene The resort sprawls across 10,000 square meters of AlUla’s Ashar Valley, a broad swath of pale desert surrounded by otherworldly rock pinnacles.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Fourteen years earlier, his debut feature, Ossessione, had effectively birthed Italian neorealism, and Visconti had followed it up with La Terra Trema (1948), one of the absolute pinnacles of the movement.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 July 2026

Definition of pinnacles

Verb

Proposition 40 creates a one-time, 5% tax on Californians whose net worth exceeds $1 billion.

— Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
The plaintiffs argued that Trump’s order exceeds his presidential authority and violates the Constitution, the Administrative Procedure Act, and the Privacy Act.

— Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of exceeds

Noun

There are also ephemera like posters, budgets, song lyrics, book covers, event flyers and elementary school report cards.

— Jennifer Rich, The Conversation, 28 Oct. 2026
The Grip allows for the Switch 2’s kickstand to extend, and a big advantage here compared with most third-party console covers is that the case is thin enough to allow for docking with Nintendo’s first-party dock.

— Cameron Faulkner, The Verge, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of covers

Verb

Their second record is somewhat sleeker—no song surpasses five minutes—but packs considerable emotion into these tighter forms.

— Marissa Lorusso, Pitchfork, 28 Oct. 2026
Tarrant County saw a dip in early voters on Wednesday, but the number of people turning out locally still surpasses Texas’ last midterm election.

— Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of surpasses

Noun

Residents were also advised to install window screens and chimney caps, secure exterior doors and avoid leaving unscreened windows open, particularly while sleeping.

— Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
The vehicle has also been equipped with new wheel arches, mirror caps, and a giant rear wing for both the sedan and wagon.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of caps

Noun

Storing heat between peaks Unlike solar and wind installations, conventional nuclear power plants are generally designed to produce electricity continuously.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026
The area of Ice Mountain and other nearby peaks were heavily searched by aircraft, including multiple drones and helicopters, as well as aircraft with infrared technology.

— Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026