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adjective

Definition of dopenext
slang
as in awesome
of the very best kind dude, there are some really dope rhymes on that rap album

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dope

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noun

ˈdōp How to pronounce dope (audio)
1
as in scoop
information not generally available to the public the stool pigeon gave us the dope on the deal taking place that night at the warehouse

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2
as in idiot
a stupid person that dope thought he could swim across the Colorado River at night

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Recent Examples of dope
Adjective
In retrospect, their wardrobe choices were also quite dope, too. — Eliot Glazer, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2024 Those writers are dope, and that was not my intention at all. — EW.com, 14 Jan. 2024
Noun
There’s a producer, Child Actor, who’s really dope that was on my radar. — Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 13 Dec. 2024 Gambino boss John Gotti knew that Ruggiero was talking about dealing dope on F.B.I. surveillance tapes. — airmail.news, 16 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for dope
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dope
  1. awesome
  2. scoop
  3. excellent
  4. tip
  5. great
  6. rumor
  7. stupid
  8. wonderful
Adjective
  • Lioness season two, Taylor’s awesome in the episodes.
    — Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Getting an awesome birthday present for Mom never seemed so easy.
    — Edin Deljkic, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of awesome
Noun
  • Two days later the officers obliged, surprising the young whistleblower with two scoops of ice cream topped with blue sprinkles.
    — Lex Harvey, CNN, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Top with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert that's perfect for big family get-togethers.
    — Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of scoop
Adjective
  • The Next Chapter in Glenlivet's 200-Year Legacy The Glenlivet brand has been synonymous with excellent single malt since the dawn of the category.
    — Mark Littler, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The retailer’s quarter last week is somehow being regarded as less than excellent.
    — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of excellent
Noun
  • The investigation began on Saturday when Sanford PD received an anonymous tip regarding a video of an unknown male threatening to shoot students at the school, the police department said.
    — Natalia Jaramillo, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Vogue Daily newsletter Get essential fashion, style, and tips, in your inbox.
    — Dodie Kazanjian, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of tip
Adjective
  • By Nellie Bowles March 31, 2020 Get Outside and Safely Visit a National Park Now is the time to start looking ahead, to spring and summer excursions in the great outdoors.
    — Aatish Bhatia, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Although Seattle’s skill talent has been great, Smith has never played behind even an average offensive line, and his last two offensive coordinators weren’t good enough to keep their jobs.
    — Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of great
Noun
  • Photo Showing Offseason Muscle Gain Stephen A Smith Details What LeBron James Said During Viral Confrontation For more NBA news and rumors, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
    — William Lambers, Newsweek, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Hailey also previously addressed the ongoing feud rumors during a conversation on Alex Cooper's Call Her Daddy podcast in September 2022.
    — Bailey Richards, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of rumor
Noun
  • An underrated gem — not enough people have seen this top-tier season — Squirrels Trip has some fabulous vocals, very funny lyrics, a heavy dose of stupid, and an engaging story.
    — Barry Levitt, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
  • The stupid!
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 2 July 2021
Definition of stupid
Adjective
  • Flores was a wonderful mother and grandmother, Love said.
    — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Mar. 2025
  • His leadership by example, his accomplishments on the field, his love of family, his service to our community and his dedication to excellence all herald his standing as a remarkable athlete and wonderful human being.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of wonderful

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