cup Synonyms
Another word for cup
• noun (Context 1)
A small, open container typically used for drinking hot liquids, usually featuring a handle and a flat base.
"She sat by the window, warming her hands around a fresh teacup of coffee."
• noun (Context 2)
A standard unit of volume used primarily in cooking, equal to half a liquid pint, 8 fluid ounces, or approximately 236.6 milliliters in the US customary system.
"The recipe calls for two cups of all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt."
• noun (Context 3)
An ornamental, bowl-shaped trophy awarded as a prize in a sports contest or competition.
"The victorious team paraded around the stadium holding the championship trophy high above their heads."
• verb (Context 4)
To form one's hands into the curved, concave shape of a bowl.
"He cupped his hands over his mouth to shout instructions over the loud machinery."
• verb (Context 5)
To place one's gracefully curved hand or hands gently around an object or person.
"She gently cupped the fragile butterfly in her palms before releasing it into the garden."
Opposites of cup
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of cup varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: