Synonyms for

Umbrella

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

Definition

a device consisting of a collapsible canopy mounted on a central rod, used as protection against rain or sunlight

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Literary

Antonyms

Common collocations

  • open an umbrella
  • close an umbrella
  • under an umbrella
  • carry an umbrella
  • rain umbrella
  • beach umbrella
  • golf umbrella
  • broken umbrella

Word family

Usage note

While 'umbrella' can be used as a verb, it is less common than its noun form. It means to cover or include something.

Example sentences

  1. She opened her umbrella when it started to rain.
  2. He left his umbrella at home and got soaked in the rain.
  3. The umbrella protected her from the hot sun.
  4. I need to buy a new umbrella before the next rainy day.
  5. The wind was so strong that the umbrella turned inside out.

Quotes

  • I'm singing in the rain, just singing in the rain; What a wonderful feeling, I'm happy again. I'm laughing at clouds so dark up above, The sun's in my heart and I'm ready for love. Let the stormy clouds chase everyone from the place, Come on with the rain, I've a smile on my face. I'll walk down the lane with a happy refrain, Just singing, singing in the rain.
  • I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.
  • Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever.

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