drench
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for drench, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To soak someone or something completely by pouring or splashing liquid on it, or by immersing it.
Synonyms
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.
Antonyms
How to use drench
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
drenched in rain
drenched with sweat
a drench for livestock
Etymology
From Old English drenc, meaning a drink or dose of medicine — related to the word "drink."
Full origin of drench →Frequently asked questions
What does “drench” mean?
The word “drench” means to soak someone or something completely by pouring or splashing liquid on it, or by immersing it. In plain terms, to make something thoroughly wet, or (on a farm) to force-feed an animal liquid medicine.
How do you pronounce “drench”?
“Drench” is pronounced drehnch (/dɹɛnt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “drench” in a sentence?
Here is “drench” used in a sentence: “A sudden downpour drenched everyone waiting at the bus stop.”
What part of speech is “drench”?
Depending on how it is used, “drench” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “drench” come from?
The word “drench” comes from Old English. From Old English drenc, meaning a drink or dose of medicine — related to the word "drink.".
How many meanings does “drench” have?
“Drench” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to soak someone or something completely by pouring or splashing liquid on it, or by immersing it.
