PLUNGES Synonyms: 112 Similar and Opposite Words

plunges 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of plunge

as in dives

to cast oneself head first into deep water she took a deep breath and plunged from the side of the pool

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surfaces

as in falls

to go to a lower level especially abruptly prices for those televisions have really plunged since they were first introduced

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as in descends

to lead or extend downward a stairway plunging into darkness

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plunges

2 of 2

noun

plural of plunge

as in tumbles

an act or instance of diving the Olympic diver took a well-executed plunge off the diving board

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jumps
leaps

as in drops

the act or process of going to a lower level or altitude an overnight plunge in temperature sent the thermometer to below the freezing mark

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Recent Examples of plunges

Verb

Rather than upside-down loops and corkscrews, the two-decade-old coaster focuses on velocity and downhill plunges. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 While firms have no doubt been following the progress of international regulations and the formation of new standards for years now, supply chain visibility positively plunges beyond Tier 1. — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 This Victoria Falls masterpiece is, as its name suggests, modeled on the rich colors of one of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls, which sits on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe where the Zambezi River plunges over a basalt cliff. — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026 The film plunges James deep into the wilds with his retired military dog Odin after their small plan crash lands during a camping trip. — Emily Zemler, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026 If that happens, an energy crisis that plunges the world into recession is not far off. — Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2026 Continue reading … HOLD ON TIGHT — Jet plunges 27,000 feet in 10 minutes as oxygen masks suddenly drop onboard. — FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026 The tense moment lasts for several seconds before the hippo plunges back underwater and stops following the boat. — Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 Dreams may be a universal and rich experience that plunges us into the unconscious to evoke some truth. — Literary Hub, 27 July 2026

Noun

Tony said they have been audited before and that the Broward County Commission knew about the cold plunges and sauna from a county audit completed in 2024. — Norgan Rynor, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026 There’s also a 24-hour gym, saltwater pool, infrared sauna, and cold plunges. — Nikkita Nair, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 Hotel spas have become expansive hubs of self-care, providing travelers with a full range of facials and lymphatic drainage massages, plus advanced modalities like infrared saunas, cold plunges, LED beds, oxygen chambers, and cryotherapy. — Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026 Other amenities include a standing wave pool, an outdoor skate plaza, a children’s playground, beaches, spas and cold plunges. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026 What’s Happening Social wellness venues are designing cold plunges and saunas as group experiences rather than individual treatments. — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026 The result is an event that mixes coffee and cold plunges with music and fitness, recreating the party atmosphere around a completely different centerpiece. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026 Swift’s first two touchdowns, both 1-yard plunges, looked easy. — Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for plunges

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This version of the game follows the same puzzle formula as previous titles in the series, but adds in a dog companion for an extra layer of complexity and action, and dives deeper into the dark undertones previous games hinted at.

— Brad Bourque, The Verge, 17 Oct. 2026
The exhibit also dives into innovations from the house, from the use of unconventional materials in high-jewelry creations to the Question Mark, a clasp-free necklace introduced in 1879 that gave women more independence in accessorizing.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of dives

Verb

The January 16, 2027 slot once again falls the day after the end of nomination voting in the Academy Awards on January 15, and before the January 21 nominations announcement.

— Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026
As night falls, Kenny and Christina are over the moon about their trip.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of falls

Verb

The visuals are too murky even to provide a nasty thrill when a pod of orcas descends on Jay’s gargantuan host.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026
The sprawling network, which could date as far back as the 8th century BCE, descends roughly 280 feet, housing everything from stables and kitchens to rock-cut churches and escape tunnels.

— Maya Chawla, Architectural Digest, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of descends

Noun

George Santos took quite a few tumbles during his two-episode stint on the Fox reality show, but one — much to his chagrin — didn’t make it to air.

— Entertainment Weekly, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Oct. 2026
Some drives are rated as drop-proof (HDDs are more vulnerable to tumbles than SSDs), shock-proof, or crush-proof; an ingress protection (IP) rating denotes protection from dust, dirt, and water.

— George Yang, PC Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of tumbles

Noun

Her eye doctor said over-the-counter drops weren’t addressing the inflammation underneath.

— Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 19 Oct. 2026
Designed by Martin Katz, the bra featured nearly 3,900 gemstones, including two black diamond drops and 120 round white diamonds, with a total weight of 1,500 carats.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of drops

Verb

And the quick turnover ensures that the rice’s temperature never dips too chilly.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
When the market dips but moves less than options expect, selling premium into the weakness lets traders collect elevated prices while setting strikes below a market that's already come in.

— Julia Spina, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of dips

Noun

Things already had been tough internally amid the engagement challenges hurting Netflix’s stock as high-profile series had not performed to expectations and most returning shows have seen viewership declines season-to-season over the past year.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026
Sarandos told investors in July that such declines are typical and that second season falloff is slightly improved this year.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of declines

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According to official figures, even when the thermometer plummets to minus 22 °F (-30 °C), a situation that cripples most electric vehicles, the Atto 8 can still execute a 20 % to 97% charge in just 12 minutes.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026
With the married couple of Robert and Camille Sims careening off onto very different moral trajectories, Camille must confront troubling truths as her conscience plummets into the pits of Hades, while Robert is on a profound journey of salvation.

— Jeff Spry, Space.com, 28 Aug. 2026