sprinkles Synonyms
Another word for sprinkles
• noun (Context 1)
Very small, often brightly colored pieces of confectionery or sugar used as a decorative topping on cakes, cookies, ice cream, and other desserts.
"The children asked for chocolate ice cream topped with rainbow jimmies."
• verb (Context 2)
To scatter or pour small drops of liquid or fine particles of a substance over an object or surface (third-person singular simple present of sprinkle).
"The baker always scatters powdered sugar over the warm pastries before serving them."
• noun (Context 3)
Plural form of sprinkle; small amounts of liquid or particles scattered over a surface, or light, brief showers of rain.
"The afternoon weather forecast called for a few light drizzles across the valley."
• verb (Context 4)
To rain very lightly or in small, scattered drops (third-person singular simple present of sprinkle).
"Whenever it drizzles in the afternoon, the garden soil absorbs the moisture quickly."
Opposites of sprinkles
The opposite of sprinkles shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: