soak
2 antonyms for soak — opposites grouped by meaning.
Verb — To leave something in liquid until it becomes thoroughly wet.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To leave something in liquid until it becomes thoroughly wet.
“Soak the beans overnight before cooking them.”
Opposites
Antonyms
How to use soak
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
soak overnight
soak in the tub
get soaked
Etymology
Came into English from Middle English soken, from Old English socian ("to soak, steep", literally "to cause to suck (up)"), from Proto-Germanic *sukōną ("to soak"), the causative of Proto-Germanic *sūkaną ("to suck"). It is cognate with Middle Dutch soken ("to cause to suck"); see also suck.
Full origin of soak →Frequently asked questions
What does “soak” mean?
The word “soak” means to leave something in liquid until it becomes thoroughly wet. In plain terms, to saturate something with liquid, or (informally) to overcharge someone; also, a good long bath.
How do you pronounce “soak”?
“Soak” is pronounced sohk (/soʊk/ in IPA).
How do you use “soak” in a sentence?
Here is “soak” used in a sentence: “Soak the beans overnight before cooking them.”
What part of speech is “soak”?
Depending on how it is used, “soak” can be a verb and a noun.
Is “soak” a common word?
“Soak” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “soak” have?
“Soak” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to leave something in liquid until it becomes thoroughly wet.
What is the difference between soak and drench?
Soak means to leave something in liquid until it becomes thoroughly wet, often gradually over time, while drench implies suddenly and completely wetting something, often from above.
What does it mean to soak someone financially?
Used informally, to soak someone means to charge them an excessive amount of money.
Can soak be used as a noun?
Yes, as a noun, a soak refers to a period of being immersed in liquid, as in "enjoying a long soak in the bath."
