1 B2 idiomatic informal
To make a definite choice in favor of something or someone, especially after consideration
"After looking at the menu for ten minutes, she plumped for the seafood pasta."
inseparable
plump for
B2 informal inseparable transitive
To choose or decide in favor of something or someone, especially after some deliberation
In plain English
To choose something, especially when you had to think about it first
What does "plump for" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 B2 idiomatic neutral
To vote for or support a particular candidate or political option
"Many undecided voters plumped for the independent candidate at the last moment."
inseparable
Usage tip
Common in British informal English, particularly in the context of making a consumer choice, voting, or selecting from a menu. Often implies the choice was made with some enthusiasm or decisiveness after a period of uncertainty. Less common in American English.
Words that pair with "plump for"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
option candidate dish policy alternative plan
How to conjugate "plump for"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
plump for
I/you/we/they
3rd person
plumps for
he/she/it
Past simple
plumped for
yesterday
Past participle
plumped for
have + pp
-ing form
plumping for
continuous
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