Synonyms for

Hydro

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

Definition

relating to or involving water

Synonyms & similar words

water aquatic hydrous watery aqueous moist damp humid soggy marshy boggy swampy muddy drenched soaked sodden waterlogged flooded submerged

Synonyms by register

Formal

aqueous hydrous water-based

Informal

water wet

Literary

aquatic nautical

Antonyms

dry arid parched dehydrated waterless

Common collocations

  • hydro power
  • hydro electric
  • hydro therapy
  • hydro plant
  • hydro pump
  • hydro jet

Word family

noun hydro
verb hydro
adjective hydro

Usage note

The word 'hydro' is often used as a prefix, but can also stand alone informally to refer to water or water-related systems, especially in technical contexts like 'hydro power'.

Example sentences

  1. The hydro system is essential to the survival of many aquatic animals.
  2. The hydroponic garden is a unique way of growing plants without soil.
  3. The hydroplane skimmed across the water at high speed.
  4. The hydrotherapy session helped to ease my sore muscles.
  5. The hydroelectric dam provides power to the entire city.

Quotes

  • 'The ocean is a central image. It is the symbolism of a great journey.' - Enya
  • 'Water is the driving force of all nature.' - Leonardo da Vinci
  • 'In one drop of water are found all the secrets of all the oceans.' - Kahlil Gibran

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