wallow
4 synonyms for wallow, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To roll around in mud, water, or something similarly messy.
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.
How to use wallow
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wallow in self-pity
wallow in mud
wallow in misery
Etymology
From Old English wealwian, meaning "to roll," related to Latin volvere, also meaning "to roll" (as in "revolve").
Full origin of wallow →Frequently asked questions
What does “wallow” mean?
The word “wallow” means to roll around in mud, water, or something similarly messy. In plain terms, to roll around in mud, or to dwell too long in a negative feeling.
How do you pronounce “wallow”?
“Wallow” is pronounced WO-loh (/ˈwɒ.ləʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wallow” in a sentence?
Here is “wallow” used in a sentence: “The pigs wallowed happily in the mud.”
What part of speech is “wallow”?
Depending on how it is used, “wallow” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “wallow” come from?
The word “wallow” comes from Latin. From Old English wealwian, meaning "to roll," related to Latin volvere, also meaning "to roll" (as in "revolve").
How many meanings does “wallow” have?
“Wallow” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to roll around in mud, water, or something similarly messy.
