capsize
3 synonyms for capsize, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To turn over or roll over in the water, or to cause a boat to do so.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
turn turtle
How to use capsize
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the boat capsized
capsize in rough seas
Etymology
First recorded in English in the late 1700s; its origin is uncertain, though it may be related to a Spanish word for sinking bow-first.
Full origin of capsize →Frequently asked questions
What does “capsize” mean?
The word “capsize” means to turn over or roll over in the water, or to cause a boat to do so. In plain terms, to flip over in the water, usually said of boats.
How do you pronounce “capsize”?
“Capsize” is pronounced kap-SYZ (/ˈkæpsaɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “capsize” in a sentence?
Here is “capsize” used in a sentence: “The small dinghy capsized in the sudden squall.”
What part of speech is “capsize”?
“Capsize” is a verb.
Where does the word “capsize” come from?
The word “capsize” dates back to around 1700 and comes from Spanish. First recorded in English in the late 1700s; its origin is uncertain, though it may be related to a Spanish word for sinking bow-first.
