toss Synonyms
Another word for toss
• verb (Context 1)
To throw something lightly, casually, or carelessly through the air.
"He tossed his keys onto the kitchen counter as soon as he walked through the door."
• noun (Context 2)
An act of throwing something lightly, casually, or carelessly.
"With a quick throw, she landed the crumpled paper neatly into the recycling bin."
• verb (Context 3)
To move or cause to move from side to side or back and forth, especially restlessly or violently.
"The small fishing boat was tossed about by the rough ocean waves."
• noun (Context 4)
The flipping of a coin to decide an issue or determine which side goes first in a game.
"The visiting team won the coin toss and elected to receive the ball first."
• verb (Context 5)
To shake or turn food gently in a bowl or pan so as to coat it lightly with dressing, oil, or seasoning.
"mix the fresh greens with olive oil and lemon juice just before serving."
• verb (Context 6)
To discard or throw away something unwanted (informal).
"We went through the garage and tossed all the broken tools and expired paint cans."
• verb (Context 7)
To flip a coin into the air in order to make a decision based on which side lands facing up.
"Let's flip a coin to see who gets to choose the restaurant tonight."
• noun (Context 8)
A sudden upward or backward movement, especially of the head.
"She dismissed the suggestion with an impatient jerk of her head."
Opposites of toss
The opposite of toss shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: