Synonyms for

Soak

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

Definition

To make something thoroughly wet by immersing it in liquid.

Synonyms & similar words

imbue hock drench gazump soakage rob pluck soaking hititup surcharge fleece sop undercharge dowse intoxicate souse pawn plume douse hook inebriate overcharge drench saturate submerge immerse bathe wet moisten dampen steep infuse marinate pickle plunge dip douse souse splash sprinkle shower rain

Synonyms by register

Formal

immerse steep saturate

Informal

dunk dip plunge

Literary

bathe lavish

Antonyms

dry wring dehydrate drain evaporate parch

Common collocations

  • soak up
  • soak through
  • soak in
  • soak the dishes
  • soak the laundry
  • soak the soil
  • soak the clothes

Word family

noun soak
verb soak

Usage note

The verb 'soak' can be used literally to mean to immerse in liquid, or figuratively to absorb information or atmosphere. 'Soak up' is a common phrasal verb.

Example sentences

  1. I like to soak in a hot bath after a long day.
  2. Please soak the dirty dishes in soapy water.
  3. The rain will soak through your clothes if you don't wear a raincoat.
  4. I have to soak the beans overnight before cooking them.
  5. The sponge can soak up a lot of water.

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