Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aquatic

adjective
/əˈkwætɪk/
Definition
relating to water; living or growing in water.
Examples
  • Goldfish are aquatic animals that thrive in water.
  • The aquatic plants in the pond provide oxygen for the fish.
  • She enjoys aquatic sports like swimming and water polo.
Meaning
The term ‘aquatic’ refers to anything that is associated with, found in, or primarily inhabits water environments.
Synonyms
  • Water-dwelling
  • Hydraulic
  • Marine
  • Freshwater