Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
awash
adjective
/əˈwɔːʃ/
Definition
Covered or flooded with water.
Examples
- The streets were awash after the heavy rain.
- The ship was awash with waves during the storm.
- Her eyes were awash with tears of joy.
Meaning
When something is awash, it is filled or overflowed with a liquid, especially water.
Synonyms
- Flooded
- Overflowing
- Submerged
- Filled
