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Meaning of capsized
The primary meaning of "capsized" is to turn a boat or ship over, especially so that it floats upside down.
Etymology of capsized
The word "capsized" has its roots in the 17th-century nautical term "capsize", which is derived from the combination of "cap" (meaning top or head) and "size" (meaning to turn or overturn).
Historically, the term was used to describe the act of turning a ship or boat over, often as a result of bad weather or poor navigation.
Synonyms
overturned
upset
turned over
flipped
reversed
inverted
toppled
fallen
turned upside down
tumbled
somersaulted
pitched
thrown
cast
hurled
tossed
flipped over
turned turtle
keeled over
foundered
sunk
submerged
ditched
crashed
wrecked
demolished
destroyed
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "capsized" as a verb meaning to turn a boat or ship over, especially so that it floats upside down, or to cause something to turn over or fall.
- * The word can also be used figuratively to describe a situation or plan that has been completely overturned or ruined.
Usage Examples
- The boat capsized in the storm, leaving the passengers stranded in the water.
- * The company's plans were capsized when the investor pulled out at the last minute.
- * The hikers' tent capsized in the strong wind, forcing them to take shelter elsewhere.