Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
choppy-sea
Noun
/ˈtʃɑː.pi siː/
Definition
A choppy sea refers to water that is disturbed by waves that are short and steep, creating a rough and uneven surface.
Examples
- The small boat struggled against the choppy sea during the storm.
- We decided to postpone our sailing trip because the forecast predicted a choppy sea.
- As the yacht entered the harbor, it faced a particularly choppy sea that made it hard to steer.
Meaning
The term ‘choppy sea’ is often used to describe rough waters that make navigation difficult, often due to winds causing turbulent waves.
Synonyms
- Rough sea
- Unsettled water
- Turbulent sea
