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Meaning of drenched
The primary meaning of the word "drenched" is to be extremely wet.
Etymology of drenched
The word "drenched" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with the verb "drench" coming from the Old English word "drincan", which means to make someone drink, and the Middle English word "drenchen", which means to soak or saturate.
Historically, the word "drenched" has been used to describe being overwhelmed or saturated with a substance, and its usage has evolved to include figurative senses, such as being thoroughly affected by an emotion or experience.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The word "drenched" is defined by Oxford Languages as being extremely wet, typically as a result of being soaked with liquid, especially water or rain.
- * It can also describe something that is thoroughly saturated or impregnated with a particular quality or feeling.
Usage Examples
- The hikers were drenched from the sudden downpour and had to take shelter.
- * The flowers were drenched with dew, sparkling in the morning sunlight.
- * The city was drenched in a festive atmosphere during the holiday season.
Antonyms
dry
arid
parched
dehydrated
desiccated
withered
shriveled
wilted
waterless
rainless
cloudless
sunny
clear
balmy
mild
warm
toasty
cozy
comfortable