Synonyms for

Reservoirs

Verb / ˈrezɜ:ˌvwɑ:rz / Another word for reservoirs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Reservoirs are large artificial lakes where water is stored for later use.

Synonyms & similar words

manmadelake source reservoir artificiallake lake pond basin cistern tank pool well container storage hold vessel repository stockpile store supply reserve stock cache hoard accumulation

Synonyms by register

Formal

stockpiles collections accumulations stores

Informal

stashes hoards supplies

Literary

cisterns fountains springs

Antonyms

depletion drainage emptiness exhaustion scarcity shortage

Common collocations

  • water reservoirs
  • oil reservoirs
  • natural reservoirs
  • reservoirs of knowledge
  • reservoirs of goodwill
  • reservoirs of talent
  • underground reservoirs

Word family

noun reservoir
verb reserve

Usage note

Primarily refers to a place where a large quantity of something, especially water, is stored. Can also be used metaphorically for abstract concepts like knowledge or emotions.

Example sentences

  1. The town gets its water from the reservoirs in the mountains.
  2. The reservoirs were almost empty after a long drought.
  3. The birds like to swim in the reservoirs.
  4. The reservoirs are surrounded by beautiful scenery.
  5. The reservoirs need to be cleaned regularly to keep the water safe.

Quotes

  • "A man without a wife is like a vase without flowers." - African proverb
  • "The water in a vessel is sparkling; the water in the sea is dark. The small truth has words which are clear; the great truth has great silence." - Rabindranath Tagore
  • "In the desert, water is life, and a forerunner of change. A reservoir, a well, a river - a garden." - Edward Abbey

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