Word SOAP: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

soap

🇺🇸 [soʊp]

Meanings

A substance used for washing and cleaning, typically made from fats or oils and alkalis. Soap is used to cleanse the body, dishes, and other surfaces by helping to remove dirt and oils.

Examples

• She used soap to wash her hands after gardening.
• The soap created a lot of bubbles in the bath.
• I bought some handmade soap from the market.

Synonyms

cleanser • detergent • lather

Antonyms

dirt • filth • grease