Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
drown
verb
/draʊn/
Definition
To die or cause to die by submersion in water. To be overwhelmed by a large amount of something.
Examples
- He nearly drowned while swimming in the lake.
- She felt as if she would drown in her responsibilities.
- The heavy rain drowned the flowers in the garden.
Meaning
When someone drowns, they are unable to breathe because their mouth and nose are under water. Drowning can also refer to being overwhelmed by emotions or responsibilities.
Synonyms
- submerge
- suffocate
- overwhelm
- engulf
