Synonyms for

Underwater

Verb / ˈʌndɜ:ˌwɔ:tɜ: / Another word for underwater — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Underwater means situated, occurring, or done beneath the surface of the water.

Synonyms & similar words

subaqueous submerged subaquatic submersed submerged subaquatic submersed submarine submerged sunken immersed submersible flooded drowned inundated submerged submerged submerged submerged subaqueous submersed submerged subaquatic submersed

Synonyms by register

Formal

submerged subaqueous aquatic

Informal

under the waves below the surface down deep

Literary

abyssal netherwater

Antonyms

above surface dry aerial overwater emergent

Common collocations

  • underwater exploration
  • underwater photography
  • underwater world
  • underwater plants
  • underwater currents
  • underwater volcano
  • underwater cave

Word family

adjective underwater
adverb underwater

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective or adverb. Can also function as a noun referring to the environment itself.

Example sentences

  1. The fish swam underwater.
  2. The submarine travels underwater.
  3. The mermaid lived in an underwater cave.
  4. The treasure was found underwater.
  5. The underwater world is full of colorful creatures.

Quotes

  • 'The best way to observe a fish is to become a fish.' - Jacques Yves Cousteau
  • 'The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.' - Jacques Yves Cousteau
  • 'I love the ocean. I've always liked the blue, so tranquil and peaceful and gliding. And the fear of it.' - Siouxsie Sioux

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