soaked
12 synonyms and 1 antonym for soaked, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely wet, as if drenched in water.
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Extremely wet, as if drenched in water.
“We got soaked walking home without an umbrella.”
How to use soaked
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
soaked to the skin
get soaked
The "very drunk" sense is informal.
Frequently asked questions
What does “soaked” mean?
The word “soaked” means extremely wet, as if drenched in water. In plain terms, thoroughly wet, or (slang) very drunk.
How do you pronounce “soaked”?
“Soaked” is pronounced sohkt (/səʊkt/ in IPA).
How do you use “soaked” in a sentence?
Here is “soaked” used in a sentence: “We got soaked walking home without an umbrella.”
What part of speech is “soaked”?
“Soaked” is an adjective.
Is “soaked” a common word?
“Soaked” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “soaked” have?
“Soaked” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extremely wet, as if drenched in water.
What is the difference between "soaked" and "wet"?
"Wet" simply means covered or moistened with liquid, while "soaked" describes something drenched all the way through, as if it had been submerged. If your shoes are soaked, water has fully saturated them, not just splashed the surface.
Is "soaked" ever used to describe a person's drunkenness?
Yes, in informal speech "soaked" can mean very drunk, similar to "plastered" or "hammered." This usage relies on context to distinguish it from the literal sense of being wet.
What's a common phrase that uses "soaked"?
"Soaked to the skin" is a common phrase describing someone completely drenched by rain or water, emphasizing that not even an inch of clothing stayed dry.
