soap Synonyms
Another word for soap
• noun (Context 1)
A substance used with water for washing and cleaning, typically made by reacting natural oils or fats with a strong alkali.
"She washed her hands with a bar of lavender cleanser before sitting down to dinner."
• verb (Context 2)
To wash, rub, or cover with soap.
"He soaped himself thoroughly in the shower to remove the motor oil from his skin."
• noun (Context 3)
A television or radio drama serial dealing typically with daily events in the lives of the same group of characters; short for soap opera.
"My grandmother never misses her afternoon soaps."
• verb (Context 4)
To apply soap to a surface in order to clean it or make it slippery.
"The mechanic soaped the rim of the tire to help it slide easily onto the wheel."
Opposites of soap
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of soap varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: