Dropped: meaning, definitions and examples

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dropped

 

[ drɒpt ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

action

To fall or let something fall vertically

Synonyms

descend, fall, plummet

Examples of usage

  • She dropped the glass and it shattered on the floor.
  • The raindrops dropped from the sky.
Context #2 | Verb

abandon

To let something go or release from one's grasp

Synonyms

abandon, discard, quit

Examples of usage

  • He dropped the project due to lack of interest.
  • The company dropped the plan after facing criticism.
Context #3 | Noun

decrease

A reduction in amount, level, or quality

Synonyms

decline, decrease, reduction

Examples of usage

  • There was a drop in temperature after the storm.
  • The stock market experienced a drop in prices.

Translations

Translations of the word "dropped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caiu

🇮🇳 गिरा हुआ

🇩🇪 fallen

🇮🇩 jatuh

🇺🇦 впав

🇵🇱 upadł

🇯🇵 落ちた (おちた)

🇫🇷 tombé

🇪🇸 caído

🇹🇷 düştü

🇰🇷 떨어졌다 (tteoreojyeotda)

🇸🇦 سقط

🇨🇿 spadl

🇸🇰 spadol

🇨🇳 掉落 (diàoluò)

🇸🇮 padel

🇮🇸 falla

🇰🇿 құлаған

🇬🇪 დავარდა

🇦🇿 düşdü

🇲🇽 caído

Etymology

The word 'dropped' originated from Middle English 'droppen', which is derived from Old English 'droppian'. The term has been used in the English language since the 12th century. Over time, 'dropped' has evolved to encompass various meanings related to falling, abandoning, and decreasing. Its usage continues to be prevalent in modern English, reflecting its enduring relevance in everyday communication.

See also: drop, droplet, droplets, dropper, dropping, droppings, drops.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,398, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.