splash

/splæʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden loud noise, typically when something falls or hits water

“She made a big splash at the party with her surprise performance.”

2. verb

to make a sudden loud noise, typically when something hits or falls into water

“The stone splashed into the river, sending water flying everywhere.”

3. verb

to have a great effect or impact, often in a positive way

“The new restaurant made a splash on the culinary scene, attracting foodies from all over the city.”

4. verb

to bathe or wash in something, especially water

“The dog splashed in the puddle, getting muddy and dirty.”

5. verb

to scatter or disperse something, often in a sudden or violent way

“The firework splashed colorful sparks into the night sky.”

6. interjection

an exclamation expressing excitement, surprise, or shock

“Splash! The water hit me right in the face!”

Synonyms

  • dive
  • splashdown
  • splatter
  • splosh

Antonyms

  • drizzle
  • trickle