Synonyms for

Rains

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

Definition

Rains refer to the fall of water droplets from the clouds; precipitation of water in a liquid form.

Synonyms & similar words

raindown rain rainfall pelting rainwater downpour drizzle precipitation shower storm thunderstorm rainfall cloudburst deluge mist sprinkle pour monsoon torrent wet damp moisture humid gush spurt

Synonyms by register

Formal

precipitation downpour deluge

Informal

pour drizzle sprinkle

Literary

tempest shower cloudburst

Antonyms

dries droughts dries up parches aridifies

Common collocations

  • heavy rain
  • light rain
  • driving rain
  • sudden rain
  • rain falls
  • rain stops
  • rain lashes
  • rain clouds

Word family

noun rain
verb rain
adjective rainy
adverb rainily

Usage note

The word 'rains' is the third-person singular present tense of the verb 'to rain'. It is often used to describe the act of precipitation occurring.

Example sentences

  1. The rains made the roads slippery.
  2. The rains spoiled our picnic plans.
  3. The plants are growing well because of the rains.
  4. The rains have caused flooding in the area.
  5. The rains are a blessing for farmers.

Quotes

  • Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams. - Ashley Smith
  • The best thing one can do when it's raining is to let it rain. - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
  • I'm singing in the rain, just singing in the rain; What a wonderful feeling, I'm happy again. - Arthur Freed

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