awash
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for awash, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Covered or flooded with water, so that waves wash over the surface.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use awash
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From a- + wash.
Full origin of awash →Frequently asked questions
What does “awash” mean?
The word “awash” means covered or flooded with water, so that waves wash over the surface. In plain terms, literally flooded, or figuratively overflowing with something.
How do you pronounce “awash”?
“Awash” is pronounced uh-WOSH (/əˈwɒʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “awash” in a sentence?
Here is “awash” used in a sentence: “At high tide, the rocks were awash.”
What is another word for “awash”?
Words with a similar meaning to “awash” include aslosh.
What part of speech is “awash”?
“Awash” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “awash” have?
“Awash” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered or flooded with water, so that waves wash over the surface.