Synonyms for

Shipwreck

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

Definition

A ship that has been destroyed in an accident at sea.

Synonyms & similar words

wreck wreck derelict hulk flotsam debris ruin remains remnant vestige fragment scrap castaway survivor

Example sentences

  1. The shipwreck was found at the bottom of the ocean.
  2. The sailors were lucky to survive the shipwreck.
  3. The shipwreck was a tragic event.
  4. The shipwreck was caused by a storm.
  5. The shipwreck was a popular spot for scuba diving.

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  • Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors, but they can certainly prevent shipwrecks.
  • The world is a shipwreck, and we are the castaways.
  • A shipwreck is a symbol of the fragility of life and the inevitability of death.

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