Dope

(Noun, Adjective & Verb) | Pronunciation: /doʊp/

Definition & Meaning

The word “dope” has multiple meanings depending on the context:

• As a noun – It can refer to a drug (especially marijuana or narcotics), inside information or gossip, or a foolish person (informal).
• As an adjective – It is slang for something cool, excellent, or impressive.
• As a verb – It means to administer drugs (especially performance-enhancing drugs) or to apply a thick liquid substance (such as a coating or adhesive).

💡 Did You Know? The word “dope” has evolved from its original meaning of a thick liquid to modern slang for intelligence, drugs, and even compliments!

Word Origin & History

• Etymology:
  • Derived from Dutch “doop”, meaning “thick sauce” or “dipping substance.”
  • Later adapted into English in the 19th century to describe a thick lubricant or drug mixture.
• Historical Usage:
  • In the early 1900s, “dope” referred to a preparation used in horse racing to improve performance.
  • By the mid-20th century, it became a common slang term for drugs like marijuana or heroin.
  • In the 1980s and beyond, “dope” became slang for something awesome or impressive in hip-hop and youth culture.

📖 Example: “That new song is dope!”

Synonyms & Antonyms

🔹 Synonyms (varies by meaning)

• Cool (for slang)
• Narcotic (for drugs)
• Info (for inside knowledge)
• Fool (for a dumb person)

🔻 Antonyms

• Lame (opposite of cool)
• Sober (opposite of drug-related meaning)
• Clueless (opposite of having inside info)

💡 Word Tip: Be mindful of context—”dope” can mean awesome in one situation and drugs in another!

Example Sentences

✅ The concert last night was dope! (Slang for amazing)
✅ The athlete was caught doping before the race.
✅ He always has the latest dope on celebrity gossip.
✅ Don’t be such a dope—read the instructions!
✅ The mechanic applied dope to seal the aircraft wings.

📌 Challenge: Can you use “dope” in a sentence that’s NOT about drugs?

Related Words & Phrases

• Slang
• Narcotics
• Streetwear
• Hip-hop culture

Example: The phrase “dope beats” is often used in music to describe a great rhythm or track.

Usage Trends & Popularity

🧐 Trending Now: The slang use of “dope” continues to be popular, especially in music, streetwear, and online culture.
📢 Discuss: Do you think “dope” is a positive or negative word in today’s language?

Fun Activities & Challenges

🔠 Word Puzzle: Unscramble this word → P D O E

🧠 Quick Quiz:
💭 Which of these means “dope” in slang?
A) Lame
B) Awesome ✅
C) Ordinary

✍ Word Story Challenge: Write a short dialogue using “dope” in different contexts!

User Contributions & Comments

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Advanced Learning & Fun Facts

Idioms & Phrases

• “The inside dope” – Exclusive or secret information.
• “Dope out” – To figure something out (e.g., “He doped out the answer quickly”).

Cultural & Scientific Use

• Doping in Sports – The use of performance-enhancing drugs, banned in competitive athletics.
• Doping in Electronics – A process in semiconductor manufacturing to improve conductivity.

Famous Quotes

“The new album is straight-up dope!” — Music Review

💡 Did You Know? The word “dope” is often used in fashion and sneaker culture to describe stylish outfits and limited-edition shoes!