Bottom — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Bottom
Bottom (noun)
- the underside of something
- a surface (such as the seat of a chair) designed to support something resting on it —used figuratively in phrases like the bottom dropped out to describe a sudden collapse or downturn
- buttocks, rump
Bottom (verb)
- to furnish (something, such as a chair) with a bottom
- to provide a foundation for
- to bring to the bottom
Bottom (adjective)
- of, relating to, or situated at the bottom
- frequenting the lowest part or place, frequenting the bottom
Bottom (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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the side or part facing downward from something
"that side of the shelf is supposed to be the bottom, so turn it over before you assemble the bookcase"
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the surface upon which a body of water lies
"my missing fishing pole is probably lying on the bottom of the lake"
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the lowest part, place, or point
"sliding all the way to the bottom of the snow-covered slope"
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the part of the body upon which someone sits
"the baby fell backwards onto her bottom"
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a small buoyant structure for travel on water
"the cargo will be carried by a local bottom"
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the lowest point or level
"when profits hit bottom the company was forced to declare bankruptcy"
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an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
"the bottom of his thesis is the assumption that people are fundamentally good"
Bottom (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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of, relating to, or located at the bottom
"was sitting on the bottom step of the stairway"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bottom
The most common words with a similar meaning to Bottom:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Bottom
Words with the opposite meaning of Bottom:
Near Antonyms of Bottom
Word Forms of Bottom
Origin & Etymology of Bottom
Middle English botme, botom, bothom, going back to Old English botm, *boðm, going back to Germanic *butma- (whence, with varying dental consonants, Old Saxon bođom "ground, bottom," Old High German bodam, Old Norse botn), going back to Indo-European *bhudh-mḗn, *bhudh-mn-ós, whence also Greek pythmḗn "bottom, ground, base," Sanskrit budhná- and (with metathesis of stop and nasal) Latin fundus "bottom, base," Middle Irish bonn "sole of the foot"
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Bottom
- CEFR level: A2 English Vocabulary — Page 2
- Topics: Places & Transportation
Words & Phrases Containing Bottom
Frequently Asked Questions about Bottom
What does "Bottom" mean?
"Bottom" means the underside of something. As an a noun, a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: the underside of something. It has 8 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Bottom"?
Other words for "Bottom" include underbelly, underbody, underpart, underside, undersurface, bed, floor and base. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bottom" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Bottom"?
There are 215 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bottom". Common alternatives include underbelly, underbody, underpart, underside, undersurface, bed, floor, base, basement and foot.
What is a slang word for "Bottom"?
Slang words for "Bottom" include booty, heinie, keister and tush.
What is the opposite of "Bottom"?
Antonyms of "Bottom" include face, top, head, vertex, acme, apex, climax and crown. Near antonyms include crest, roof, cusp and point.
How do you use "Bottom" in a sentence?
Examples of "Bottom" in a sentence: "that side of the shelf is supposed to be the bottom, so turn it over before you assemble the bookcase"; "my missing fishing pole is probably lying on the bottom of the lake"; "sliding all the way to the bottom of the snow-covered slope".
Is "Bottom" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Bottom" can be used as a noun, a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.
Is "Bottom" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A2-level word, "Bottom" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.