Synonyms for Dope

Definition of dope

noun
  1. street names for marijuana
  2. an ignorant or foolish person
  3. carbonated drink flavored with extract from kola nuts (`dope' is a southernism in the United States)

20 synonyms found

Writing tips for "dope"

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"Dope" in song lyrics

See how dope is used in real songs:

  • "All the O.G.'s back in the hood that once sold dope"
    2 Low f/ Scarface — Funky Lil Brotha
  • "of what you think is hardcore dope"
    2Mex — Falcon Gentle
  • "So if I gotta do it, huh, I'ma sell my dope"
    4 Deep — Doin' Bad - Goin' Bad

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