Drip and Spout

Opposite meaning words

Drip verb - To fall or let fall in or as if in drops.

Usage example: the cracked bottle dripped wine

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Spout is an antonym for drip.

Nearby Words: drippy, dripping, dripped

Spout verb - To flow out in great quantities or with force.

Usage example: water spouting from the hose

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Drip is an antonym for spout.

Nearby Words: spouted, spouting

drip water

spout water

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