SPRINKLES Synonyms: 110 Similar and Opposite Words

sprinkles 1 of 2

noun

plural of sprinkle

as in rainfalls

a light or fine rain decided it was not worth carrying an umbrella for just a sprinkle

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as in handfuls

a small number received only a sprinkle of suggestions for the name of the school mascot

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sprinkles

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verb

present tense third-person singular of sprinkle

as in sprays

to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on sprinkle the newly seeded lawn with water

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as in dots

to mark with small spots especially unevenly sprinkled the cake with bits of coconut

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Noun

The collection also includes a special Poké Ball Doughnut — glazed and dipped in vanilla icing, topped with red sprinkles and piped with chocolate icing. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 20 Aug. 2026 It’s covered in chocolate icing and topped with chocolate sprinkles. — Sacbee.com, 16 Aug. 2026 After clouds and spotty sprinkles early in the day, south winds are ushering in plenty of moisture. — Andrew Kozak, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026 Reports vary on the exact level of success or failure of Meghan's brand As Ever, but the jam, flower sprinkles and scented candles have become a bit of a joke. — Christina Dugan Ramirez , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026 The colorful display doesn’t stop on the inside—homemade frosting is layered with a rainbow of sprinkles. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026 Whether there’s a roaring campfire out back or summer is months away, a spread with all the fixings—marshmallows, graham crackers, chocolate, sauces, and sprinkles—makes customized s’mores a reality whenever the craving strikes. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2026 Star sprinkles capped off the red, white and blue patriotic effect. — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026 Baking supplies are also available, like an assortment of cake pans, endless sprinkles, fondants, cookie cutters and cupcake wrappers. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

Verb

Kemery sprinkles the tiny seeds either in late fall or very early spring, when there’s still a chance of frost, since cold spells offer the best germination. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 July 2026 Thomson sprinkles critique throughout his book like seasoning unevenly applied to a gamey piece of meat. — Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026 In honor of the Niners’ 80th season, the video takes us on a house tour through the decades that sprinkles their opponents’ objects in each room. — Jayna Bardahl, New York Times, 15 May 2026 Pastry chef Sahar Shomali, Kouzeh’s owner, sprinkles her version with black and white sesame seeds, cumin and fresh dill. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026 Use a watering can or hose that sprinkles the water to evenly distribute it among the seeds. — Heather Bien, The Spruce, 8 Apr. 2026 But for every shirt bearing a slogan, there were ten cheeks covered in (biodegradable) glitter like the kind that Diggins sprinkles on her face before every race. — Bill McKibben, New Yorker, 24 Mar. 2026 Groff sprinkles this punchy, athletic syntax over a slew of intricate settings. — Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026 Much like Knives Out, the movie takes a much more lighthearted approach and sprinkles humor throughout. — Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 15 Dec. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkles

Noun

There have been heavy rainfalls since, but because its location is so near to the equator, where ferocious winds can’t properly spin, the lush land has been spared from the worst.

— DeMarco Williams, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
That increase has already led to more sunny day flooding, intensified rainfalls and hurricanes, reflected in higher and higher insurance premiums.

— Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Definition of rainfalls

Noun

Her supporters flooded the comments section on handfuls of posts from TikTok to Instagram.

— Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026
Not only would the ’70s see a precipitous rise of in the number of Hollywood sequels, but any film that managed to cut through the zeitgeist gave birth to handfuls of quick, formulaic, often cheaply made, copycats.

— Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of handfuls

Verb

In a photo of West Pine Cliff Court, burned homes surround one still standing, as a firefighter sprays down the walls and roof facing the engulfed house next door.

— Amanda Jackson, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
In the confusion, Paula is able to subdue Sky by nailing his hand to the ground and then sprays Ashley in the face with the dry shampoo before fleeing the scene.

— Erin Qualey, Vulture, 10 June 2026

Definition of sprays

Verb

Prepare to be dazzled from Warsaw’s highest viewing terrace atop Varso Tower, which proudly dots the skyline, before eating your way through the innovative food halls that define the coolest neighborhoods.

— Kasia Dietz, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
Japanese linens top the bed, and designer furniture dots the living space.

— Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026

Definition of dots

Noun

Its endless build-your-own combinations allow customers to select from an extensive list of crusts, cheeses, proteins, sauces, veggies, spices and post-bake glazes and drizzles.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026
The sandals also repel water and dry quickly when splashed, so my mom can wear them around the pool or during surprise summer drizzles.

— Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of drizzles

Noun

The films also involve normie couples caught up in hauntings, dealt Old Testament–style punishments by forces from the great beyond.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026
Smythson Bride-To-Be Soho Notebook Wedding season may be coming to a close, but this notebook is a perfect gift to help give engaged couples a place to plan out their nuptials for the coming year.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026

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Lacy, who is famously fluid in his sexuality and laughs off any attempt to define it, peppers his songs with dreams of men and women, of wanting each yet leaving everyone.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026
Instead, each child interacts only with a sophisticated artificial intelligence, which peppers them with questions about everything from mathematics to philosophy.

— Niral Shah, The Conversation, 15 Dec. 2025

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