DictionaryplumpHeavy drop
verb / adverb

plump

To move or land with a sudden heavy impact.

He plumps down on the couch after a long shift.

Etymology

An expressive word for a heavy fall or impact. Its relation to plump meaning rounded is uncertain.

More examples

  • She plumps her heavy bag onto the floor.
  • We plumped down on the grass to rest.
  • He loses his balance and lands plump on the floor.

Forms

plump · plumps · plumped · plumping

Similar words

plop
Suggests a softer landing, often with a short, hollow sound.
thud
Emphasizes the dull sound made by a heavy impact.
drop
Describes downward movement without necessarily suggesting a heavy impact.