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doorstop Synonyms

Another word for doorstop

Choosing another word for doorstop depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A heavy object, rubber wedge, or fixed buffer used to hold a door open or to prevent it from striking a wall when opened.

Usage Example

"She kicked the rubber doorstopper into place so they could carry the boxes inside."

Strongest
doorstopper
Strong
wedge

• noun (Context 2)

An exceptionally thick, heavy book (used humorously or figuratively).

Usage Example

"His latest historical novel is an800-page doorstopper that will take all summer to read."

Strongest
doorstopper
Strong
tome

• noun (Context 3)

A very thick slice of bread or a sandwich made with thick slices of bread.

Usage Example

"The cafe served a hearty soup alongside a cheese doorstep."

Strongest
doorstep

• verb (Context 4)

To confront a public figure at their home or workplace without an appointment in order to obtain an impromptu interview or comment (typically of a journalist).

Usage Example

"Reporters doorstopped the minister outside his residence early this morning."

Strong
buttonhole
accost
waylay

• Nearby Words

doorpost
doorsill
doorstep
doorstop
doorstopper
doorway
doorwoman

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Doorstop. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/doorstop
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