Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grope
verb
/ɡroʊp/
Definition
To feel about or search blindly or uncertainly with the hands.
Examples
- She groped for the light switch in the dark room.
- He groped with his words as he tried to explain his feelings.
- The child groped around the table searching for a lost toy.
Meaning
Grope means to search for something by feeling with your hands, often when you cannot see. It can also imply searching for an answer or understanding in a vague or uncertain way.
Synonyms
- Fumble
- Search
- Feel
- Scrabble
- Palpate
