aquatic

ˈækwætɪk

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling water; living or found in water

“The aquatic plants in the pond were thriving due to the recent rainfall.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is related to or spends time in water, such as swimming or boating

“The aquatic sports center offered swimming lessons for children.”

3. adverb

in or into water

“The fish swam aquatic through the coral reef.”

Synonyms

  • hydric
  • hydrophilic
  • marine
  • subaquatic

Antonyms

  • dry
  • land-based
  • terrestrial