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pimple Synonyms

Another word for pimple

Choosing another word for pimple depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A small, hard, inflamed spot or swelling on the skin, typically caused by a blocked pore or sebaceous gland.

Usage Example

"The dermatologist recommended a gentle cleanser to prevent a new zit from forming."

Strongest
zit
pustule
papule
Strong
whitehead
spot
blackhead
comedo
blemish
Weak
boil

• noun (Context 2)

A small rounded protuberance or bump on a surface, such as on the rubber covering of a table tennis paddle.

Usage Example

"Each tiny rubber pip on the paddle helps generate extra spin when striking the ball."

Strongest
pip
bump
Strong
nub
nodule
protuberance
stud

• verb (Context 3)

To cover with or break out in pimples or small rounded bumps.

Usage Example

"Fallen raindrops began to stipple the calm surface of the pond."

Strong
stipple
dot
dimple
Weak
stud

Opposites of pimple

The opposite of pimple shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

dimple
smooth
dent
flatten
pit
indentation
See all opposites of pimple

• Nearby Words

pimiento
pimp
pimping
pimple
pimpled
pimply
pin

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