Synonyms for

Hydraulic

Verb / haɪˈdrɔ:lɪk / Another word for hydraulic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Hydraulic means operated by, moved by, or employing water or other liquids in motion.

Synonyms & similar words

water-powered liquid-operated pressurized pneumatic water-driven water-motor fluid-driven fluid-powered water-pumped water-rammed water-supplied water-thrown watered waterworn hydropneumatic water-governed water-impelled water-lifted water-sustained

Synonyms by register

Formal

fluid-powered hydrodynamic liquid-actuated

Antonyms

mechanical pneumatic manual electric dry solid

Common collocations

  • hydraulic system
  • hydraulic press
  • hydraulic fluid
  • hydraulic power
  • hydraulic lift
  • hydraulic pump
  • hydraulic jack

Word family

noun hydraulics
adjective hydraulic

Usage note

Refers to systems or devices that use liquid under pressure to operate. It is primarily a technical term and rarely used in informal conversation.

Example sentences

  1. The hydraulic excavator dug a deep hole in the ground.
  2. The hydraulic brakes on the bike helped to stop it quickly.
  3. The hydraulic lift helped move the heavy boxes.
  4. The hydraulic press squeezed the juice out of the oranges.
  5. The hydraulic system on the plane helped to control the landing gear.

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