Synonyms for

Weather

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

Definition

Weather refers to the state of the atmosphere in a particular place and time, specifically with regard to temperature, precipitation, and wind.

Synonyms & similar words

endure brave conditions braveout weathercondition atmosphericcondition upwind climate conditions elements forecast outlook temperature atmosphere meteorology wind

Synonyms by register

Formal

climatology meteorology atmospheric conditions

Informal

what's it like out the elements the conditions

Literary

temper of the sky celestial mood

Antonyms

calm stillness serenity peace tranquility

Common collocations

  • good weather
  • bad weather
  • weather forecast
  • weather report
  • weather patterns
  • weather balloon
  • weather system
  • weather vane

Word family

noun weather
verb weather
adjective weatherly

Usage note

As a verb, 'weather' means to endure or withstand something difficult. It is often used in phrases like 'to weather the storm'.

Example sentences

  1. The weather is hot and humid today.
  2. I always check the weather before going outside.
  3. The weather forecast predicts rain for tomorrow.
  4. We had beautiful weather for the picnic yesterday.
  5. The weather in the mountains is always cooler than in the city.

Quotes

  • Bad weather always looks worse through a window.
  • Weather forecast for tonight: dark.
  • I've lived in good climate, and it bores the hell out of me.

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