Synonyms for

Showers

Verb / ˈʃaʊɜ:z / Another word for showers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Showers are brief periods of rain or other precipitation.

Synonyms & similar words

shower cascade showerbath rainshower showerdown exhibitor exhibitioner lavish rain precipitation drizzle sprinkle downpour cloudburst shower deluge storm monsoon torrent thunderstorm hail sleet

Synonyms by register

Formal

precipitation downpour deluge

Informal

drencher soaker washout

Literary

tempest cascade

Antonyms

drought dryness aridity barrenness parchedness

Common collocations

  • heavy showers
  • light showers
  • afternoon showers
  • morning showers
  • scattered showers
  • showers of rain
  • showers of blessings

Word family

noun shower
verb shower
adjective showery

Usage note

While 'showers' can refer to a brief period of rain, it can also refer to a bathing apparatus. Context is key to understanding the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. The showers made the flowers grow.
  2. I like to take showers in the morning.
  3. The weatherman said there will be showers today.
  4. Bring an umbrella in case of showers.
  5. The campers were caught in a sudden shower.

Quotes

  • April showers bring May flowers.
  • Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head with silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a lullaby.
  • The rain began again. It fell heavily, easily, with no meaning or intention but the fulfillment of its own nature.

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