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Meaning of doused
The primary meaning of the word "doused" is to be or become completely wet.
Etymology of doused
The word "doused" originated in the mid-16th century, from the verb "douse", which is likely related to the Middle English word "dosen", meaning "to plunge" or "to dip".
Historically, the word was used to describe the act of extinguishing a flame or putting out a fire, and over time its meaning expanded to include becoming completely wet.
Synonyms
Definitions
- To be or become completely wet, typically by being immersed in a liquid.
- * To put out or extinguish a fire, typically by pouring water on it.
- * To reduce or suppress a strong feeling or reaction.
Usage Examples
- The fire was doused with water by the firefighters.
- * The hikers got doused in the sudden rainstorm.
- * Her enthusiasm was doused when she heard the bad news.
Antonyms
dry
arid
parched
dehydrated
desiccated
dried
drained
emptied
depleted
exhausted
evaporated
vaporized
dried-up
withered
shriveled
wilted
faded
diminished