SINKS Synonyms: 340 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of sink

as in deteriorates

to become worse or of less value his fortunes have steadily sunk since the breakup of his business

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as in plunges

to go to a lower level especially abruptly I had just bought a bundle of shares of the stock when its price sank like a rock

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as in stifles

to refrain from openly showing or uttering sinks his pride and makes the first step towards a reconciliation

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as in disappears

to cease to be visible that evening we sat on the beach, dreamily watching the sun sink beneath the horizon

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as in reduces

to diminish the price or value of the slightest nick will sink the price of a piece of Tiffany glass

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as in humiliates

to reduce to a lower standing in one's own eyes or in others' eyes the revelation that he has been embezzling for years definitely sinks him in my opinion

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as in falls

to lead or extend downward the road sinks abruptly after that curve

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as in fades

to lose bodily strength or vigor the old woman only sunk further after she was moved to the nursing home

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sinks

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noun

plural of sink

as in dumps

a place of great vice and corruption was able to rise above the sink that was his birthplace

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When a whale dies, its body sinks to the ocean floor in a process called whale fall. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 10 June 2026 That movie ‘Titanic’ is about a boat that sinks. — Jack Dunn, Variety, 6 June 2026 Patel doesn’t think that sinks the frontier labs, and says that cutting-edge technology will remain valuable. — Jasmine Wu,deirdre Bosa, CNBC, 5 June 2026 When the price of a species dips below a certain level, Hudson uses program funds to buy the fish before the price sinks too low. — Joe Hernandez, NPR, 23 May 2026 When storms drop a few inches of rain over a few days, the water sinks into the soil, nourishing plants and replenishing groundwater. — David Boutt, The Conversation, 26 May 2026 This formula quickly sinks into my skin, eliminating the issue. — Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 From the laundry room to the kitchen countertops to the bathroom sinks to the light fixtures, Natalie Randolph's first new house is starting to feel like home, and that is a good feeling. — Noel Brennan, CBS News, 16 June 2026 Scott Wedman sinks four three-point field goals without a miss and shot 11-for-11 overall from the field, both NBA Finals records, as Boston routs the Lakers 148-114 in Game 1. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026

Noun

People drop phones in sinks, toilets, pools and puddles all the time. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026 The freezers needed cleaning and there were no paper towels or soap at one of the hand sinks. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2026 In a 96 mph blur, the ball sinks into Pierzynski’s mitt. — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026 The primary bath is equipped with a huge freestanding stone tub and a matching vanity with dual sinks. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 June 2026 It's equipped with two sofas and separate chairs that convert into multiple sleeping arrangements, along with two private in-room sinks, restrooms, and showers. — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026 This small-but-charming backpacking campground in Topanga State Park features flush toilets and sinks and requires only a one-mile hike in, a trek that’s on the easier end of moderate. — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026 Old Herald clippings from 1986 reported about homeowners’ toilets and sinks smelling like gas, a 3-year-old getting rashes and fevers from drinking the well water and fear of dryers exploding. — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 27 June 2026 My current favorites are the LL Regeneration Revitalizing Day Cream packed with vitamin C and retinol to reduce signs of aging; its buttery application is so hydrating yet at the same time sinks into the skin with no residue—just a beautiful glow. — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 2 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sinks

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The delivery was a glimmer of good news in a living situation that deteriorates by the day.

— Rick Jervis, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Breaking them down to save for a later date isn’t enough, as bugs will still nestle their way in even as the cardboard deteriorates.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

Definition of deteriorates

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Dexter grapples with killing her, but Rudy eventually can’t handle Dexter’s hesitance and takes the knife into his own hands—and nearly plunges it into Debra’s chest before Dexter stops him.

— EW Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 25 June 2026
In six parts, The American Revolution, directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, plunges us into the momentous war that led to the nation’s founding.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 16 June 2026

Definition of plunges

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Good posture helps prevent aches in the back, neck and shoulders, reduces joint wear and lowers the risk of sports injuries, according to Cleveland Clinic.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026
Skipping the stove and oven also reduces indoor heat, so lean on cold sandwiches, salads and no-cook meals during the worst hours.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of reduces

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Men leaders can pay attention to and be mindful of who in the workplace may be playing more of an emotional support role that falls outside their job description.

— Holly Corbett, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Royal Week falls ahead of Prince Harry's upcoming trip to the United Kingdom.

— Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026

Definition of falls

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But rental business owners like Zhao observed that the rental prices have begun to slide as novelty surrounding these stunt-performing androids fades.

— John Liu, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
But as hope of finding survivors fades and the number of dead continues to climb, many fear the political aftershocks of the disaster may prove nearly as destabilizing as the earthquake itself.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026

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