hiccup Synonyms
Another word for hiccup
• noun (Context 1)
An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm and respiratory organs, accompanied by a sudden closure of the glottis and a characteristic gulping sound.
"Drinking a glass of cold water slowly is a common home remedy for stopping the hiccups."
• noun (Context 2)
A minor, temporary difficulty, setback, or interruption in a process or plan.
"Apart from a brief technical glitch with the projector, the conference presentation went smoothly."
• verb (Context 3)
To make the characteristic gulping sound of a hiccup due to an involuntary spasm of the diaphragm.
"The baby hiccupped softly after finishing his bottle of milk."
• verb (Context 4)
To experience a minor, temporary interruption, falter, or malfunction.
"The streaming video hiccupped for a second before the wireless connection stabilized."
Opposites of hiccup
The opposite of hiccup shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: