tsunami
0 antonyms and opposites of tsunami, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A huge, destructive sea wave usually caused by an underwater earthquake or eruption.
How to use tsunami
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese tsunami, literally "harbour wave," from tsu ("harbour") and nami ("wave").
Full origin of tsunami →Frequently asked questions
What does “tsunami” mean?
The word “tsunami” means a huge, destructive sea wave usually caused by an underwater earthquake or eruption. In plain terms, a massive ocean wave caused by a major disturbance like an earthquake, or figuratively any overwhelming wave of something.
How do you pronounce “tsunami”?
“Tsunami” is pronounced soo-NAH-mee (/(t)suːˈnɑːmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “tsunami” in a sentence?
Here is “tsunami” used in a sentence: “The earthquake triggered a tsunami that devastated the coastline.”
What is another word for “tsunami”?
Words with a similar meaning to “tsunami” include seismic sea wave and tidal wave.
What part of speech is “tsunami”?
“Tsunami” is a noun.
Where does the word “tsunami” come from?
The word “tsunami” comes from Japanese. Borrowed from Japanese tsunami, literally "harbour wave," from tsu ("harbour") and nami ("wave").
Is “tsunami” a common word?
“Tsunami” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “tsunami” have?
“Tsunami” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a huge, destructive sea wave usually caused by an underwater earthquake or eruption.