Synonyms for stockpile

Most common

reserve · backlog · bagful

Synonyms by meaning

Noun

Verb

Definitions

1. n. 1

   A supply (especially a large one) of something kept for future use, specifically in case the cost of the item increases or if there a shortage.

2. v. 1

   To accumulate or build up a supply of (something).

Forms

Plural

stockpiles → reserves, backlogs, bagfuls…

Past participle

stockpiled
e.g. stockpiled → stocked, carried…

Example sentences

• reserve Melt the butter in a saucepan at low heat; reserve.
• backlog Thanks to you, the backlog of tedious work has been completed.
• bagful "How many sweets did Tom eat yesterday?" "A whole bagful."

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

5 letters

stock¹, carry²

6 letters

bagful²

7 letters

reserve², backlog²

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (carry² = 2 syllables).