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Meaning of ripples
The primary meaning of the word "ripples" refers to small waves or disturbances that spread through a surface, often caused by an external force or movement.
Etymology of ripples
The word "ripples" has its origin in Old English, derived from the word "rip(p)lian" which means to wrinkle or fold, and is related to the word "rip(p)el" which means a ripple or a wave
Historically, the word "ripples" was used to describe the small waves or disturbances that spread through a surface, such as water or air
Synonyms
waves
undulations
oscillations
vibrations
tremors
quivers
shudders
trembles
palpitations
pulsations
throbs
beats
reverberations
echoes
resonances
undulations
fluctuations
perturbations
disturbances
turbulence
fluctuations
wavering
quivering
shimmering
glimmering
flickering
sparkling
gleaming
shining
glistening
glowing
radiating
Definitions
- A small wave or disturbance that spreads through a surface, often caused by an external force or movement
- * A feeling or effect that spreads gradually from one person or thing to another
Usage Examples
- The stone cast ripples across the pond
- * The news of the scandal sent ripples through the community
- * The earthquake caused ripples in the ground