Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hold water
idiom
/hoʊld ˈwɔːtər/
Definition
To remain valid or logical.
Examples
- If your theory doesn’t hold water, you’ll need to find a new explanation.
- Despite his confidence, the claims he made didn’t hold water when examined closely.
Meaning
The phrase ‘hold water’ is used to describe an argument or idea that can withstand scrutiny and is considered to be sound or reasonable.
Synonyms
- Be valid
- Be convincing
- Make sense
