Synonyms for

Drowns

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

Definition

To drown means to die or kill by submerging and suffocating in water or another liquid.

Synonyms & similar words

drown submerge overwhelm swim suffocate submerge engulf overwhelm immerse sink plunge inundate submerse deluge overcome overpower swamp engross overburden consume overfill oversupply overrun flood

Example sentences

  1. He drowns the plants by overwatering them.
  2. The sailor almost drowns when his boat sinks.
  3. The floodwaters drown the village.
  4. I can't swim, so I'm afraid I'll drown in the deep end of the pool.
  5. The noise from the construction site drowns out my ability to concentrate.

Quotes

  • Sometimes, the only way to stay afloat is to drown everything else out.
  • The waves can be rough, but I won't let them drown me.
  • When the rain falls hard enough, it feels like the sky is trying to drown us all.

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