drizzle

/ˈdrɪzəl/

Definitions

1. noun

a small amount of rain, especially a steady or intermittent fall of rain over a short period.

“The drizzle was so light that it barely made a dent in my umbrella.”

2. verb

to fall or rain in a small, steady, or intermittent amount.

“The clouds were drizzling rain over the city.”

3. verb

to pour or flow slowly and steadily.

“The coffee drizzled from the spout of the coffee machine.”

Synonyms

  • rain
  • sprinkle

Antonyms

  • downpour
  • torrent