Synonyms for

Capsized

Verb / ˈkæˌpsaɪzd / Another word for capsized — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to overturn or tip over a boat or ship

Synonyms & similar words

turnturtle capsize turtle overturn upset overbalance flip overthrow invert upend overset topple tumble overwhelm submerge swamp flood deluge drown

Example sentences

  1. The boat capsized in the strong wind.
  2. The ship captain warned the crew not to overload the boat or it may capsized.
  3. The canoe capsized, and we fell into the water.
  4. The storm caused the sailboat to capsized.
  5. The fishermen were lucky to survive when their boat capsized.

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  • I capsized my canoe in the rapids, and I had to swim to the shore. - John Muir
  • We were capsized in a squall off the coast of Labrador. - Annie Dillard
  • The ship capsized, and we were all struggling to stay afloat in the water. - Terry Tempest Williams

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