Synonyms for Drop
Definition of drop
noun
- a shape that is spherical and small; "he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops"; "beads of sweat on his forehead"
- a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid); "he had a drop too much to drink"; "a drop of each sample was analyzed"; "there is not a drop of pity in that man"; "years afterward, they would pay the blood-money, driblet by driblet"--Kipling
- a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity; "a drop of 57 points on the Dow Jones index"; "there was a drop in pressure in the pulmonary artery"; "a dip in prices"; "when that became known the price of their stock went into free fall"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "drop"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like bead, cast, dangle can replace "drop" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "drop" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Drop" in song lyrics
See how drop is used in real songs:
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"You better grab your pistols and pop we soon to drop"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Livewire, Wise — Da Block is Hot -
"Call it what you want, and if you don't you better drop"
415 — Call it What You Want 2 -
"Every next New Year let the ball drop"
The 49ers f/ Midnight Bully — Regain Control