submerge
0 antonyms and opposites of submerge, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To go completely under the surface of water or another liquid.
How to use submerge
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin submergere, from sub- ("under") plus mergere ("to plunge, dip").
Full origin of submerge →Frequently asked questions
What does “submerge” mean?
The word “submerge” means to go completely under the surface of water or another liquid. In plain terms, to go, or put something, completely underwater — or figuratively, to be overwhelmed by something.
How do you pronounce “submerge”?
“Submerge” is pronounced suhb-MURJ (/səbˈmɝd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “submerge” in a sentence?
Here is “submerge” used in a sentence: “The whale submerged after taking a breath at the surface.”
What is another word for “submerge”?
Words with a similar meaning to “submerge” include submerse.
What part of speech is “submerge”?
“Submerge” is a verb.
Where does the word “submerge” come from?
The word “submerge” comes from Latin. From Latin submergere, from sub- ("under") plus mergere ("to plunge, dip").
How many meanings does “submerge” have?
“Submerge” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to go completely under the surface of water or another liquid.