What does AWASH mean?

Parts of Speech

Awash is an adjective.

Definitions

Awash means covered or flooded with water or other liquid. It can also mean overflowing or filled to excess.

Pronunciations

US: əˈwɑʃ

UK: əˈwɒʃ

Origin and Usage

The word awash originated in the late 19th century from the combination of the prefix "a-" meaning "on" or "in" and the word "wash". Its primary usage is to describe something that is covered or flooded with water or other liquid, but it can also be used to describe something that is overflowing or filled to excess.

Synonyms

• flooded
• inundated
• submerged
• overflowing
• swamped

Related Words

• swash
• slash
• crash
• smash
• flash

Example Sentences

• The streets were awash with rainwater after the storm.
• The company was awash with cash and didn know how to spend it all.
• The beach was awash with seaweed and debris after the high tide.