Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ripple
Noun and Verb
/ˈrɪpəl/
Definition
A small wave or series of waves on the surface of a liquid.
Examples
- The stone made a ripple in the pond as it hit the water.
- The news of her promotion caused ripples of excitement among her colleagues.
Meaning
To create small, gentle waves or to spread gradually.
Synonyms
- wave
- undulation
- fluctuation
- current
