Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
squally
adjective
/ˈskwɔːli/
Definition
characterized by or occurring in squalls; marked by sudden, sharp bursts of wind and rain.
Examples
- The squally skies made the sailors nervous as they prepared to dock.
- During the squally evening, the trees swayed violently, and the rain fell in heavy sheets.
Meaning
Squally refers to weather conditions that are turbulent, with sudden gusts of wind, often accompanied by rain.
Synonyms
- stormy
- blustery
- gusty
- tempestuous
- windy
