ding Synonyms
Another word for ding
• verb (Context 1)
To make a short, clear, metallic ringing sound.
"The toaster oven dinged when the garlic bread was ready."
• noun (Context 2)
A short, high-pitched, metallic ringing sound, such as that made by a bell, timer, or notification alert.
"A soft chime from her phone announced that the message had arrived."
• verb (Context 3)
To cause a small dent, nick, or surface blemish in an object by hitting it lightly.
"A stray shopping cart dinged the front fender of his car."
• noun (Context 4)
A small dent, nick, or surface mark on an object caused by a minor blow or collision.
"He noticed a fresh dent on the passenger door after parking at the supermarket."
• verb (Context 5)
To penalize, criticize, or deduct points from someone or something (informal).
"The credit agency dinged her score for a single late payment."
Opposites of ding
The opposite of ding shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: