NYT Dictionary

TOPPING

/ˈtɑpɪŋ/
VerbAdjectiveNounTOP-pingtop-ping · 2 syllablesGrade 10

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2023, 2025

Meaning

present participle and gerund of top

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English toppyng; equivalent to top + -ing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

aceadmirableamazingawe-inspiringawesomebadassbroyalbang onbang-upstudly

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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