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Doused

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

Definition

The word 'doused' means to pour a liquid over something or someone, typically water.

Synonyms & similar words

dunk souse duck drench dip sop soak putout douse dowse plunge soaked drenched saturated immersed submerged sprayed splashed wetted deluged drowned soused sopped sloshed dipped plunged showered flushed quenched poured dampened

Example sentences

  1. He doused his pancakes with syrup.
  2. She doused herself in perfume.
  3. The firefighters doused the burning building with water.
  4. The coach doused the winning team with Gatorade.
  5. He doused the fire with a bucket of water.

Quotes

  • 'Love is a fire. But whether it is going to warm your heart or burn down your house, you can never tell.' - Joan Crawford
  • 'Love is like a friendship caught on fire.' - Bruce Lee
  • 'You can't start a fire without a spark.' - Bruce Springsteen

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