Synonyms for

Rainwater

Verb / ˈreɪˌnwɔ:tɜ: / Another word for rainwater — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Rainwater is water that has fallen from the sky as rain and is not polluted.

Synonyms & similar words

rain precipitation drizzle downpour shower rainfall cloudburst deluge storm monsoon spray mist spindrift torrent pour stream flood cascade waterfall gush

Example sentences

  1. Rainwater is collected in a rain barrel and used for watering plants.
  2. The grass looks greener after a good rainwater shower.
  3. The rainwater puddles on the pavement after a storm.
  4. The old well is filled with rainwater.
  5. Rainwater is often cleaner than tap water.

Quotes

  • “Rainwater is the purest form of water.” – Rajinikanth
  • “Rainwater harvesting is a way of life.” – Anonymous
  • “Rainwater is a blessing when it falls gently on parched fields, but it can be a curse when it falls in torrents, causing floods and wreaking damage.” – Kofi Annan

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