spill

/spɪl/ /splɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause something to flow or fall out of a container or vessel, typically in a sudden and uncontrolled manner

“She accidentally spilled the coffee all over her shirt.”

2. verb

to make a mistake or reveal information that is not intended to be known

“He spilled the company’s plans to the press by mistake.”

3. noun

the act of causing something to flow or fall out of a container or vessel

“There was a spill on the highway after the truck crashed.”

4. noun

a sudden and uncontrolled release of a substance

“The spill of oil into the ocean caused significant environmental damage.”

5. noun

a person who reveals information that is not intended to be known

“The company was worried about the whistleblower who spilled the information to the press.”

Synonyms

  • leak
  • overflow
  • pour

Antonyms

  • conceal
  • contain