Synonyms for

Wallowing

Verb / ˈwɑ:ləʊɪŋ / Another word for wallowing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To roll around in mud or water; to indulge in an emotion or desire excessively.

Synonyms & similar words

rejoice triumph wallow welter billow floundering struggling thrashing rolling tossing plunging diving immersing indulging reveling engrossing absorbing engulfing enveloping overwhelming overpowering overshadowing consumed preoccupied

Example sentences

  1. The elephant was wallowing in the water to stay cool.
  2. He was wallowing in misery after his girlfriend broke up with him.
  3. She was wallowing in luxury on her vacation.
  4. The politician was wallowing in corruption.
  5. The dog was wallowing in the grass.

Quotes

  • I am wallowing in a sea of grief.
  • I was wallowing in my own despair and self-pity.
  • She was wallowing in the luxury of her hotel suite.

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