bathe
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /beɪð/
KK: /bæθ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To go into water for swimming or to wash oneself.
Example
After a long day at the beach, I like to bathe in the ocean.
Tense Forms
Past: bathed
Past Participle: bathed
Conversation
Are you going to bathe in the lake this weekend?
Definitely! I love swimming in the water during summer.
I might join you; it sounds refreshing to bathe in the sun too.
You should! It's the perfect way to relax and enjoy the day.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
swim
immerse
soak
Antonyms
dry
desiccate
evaporate
transitive verb
Definition
To wash or clean someone or something by immersing it in water or applying liquid.
Example
She decided to bathe the baby before bedtime.
Tense Forms
Past: bathed
Past Participle: bathed
Conversation
I think I should bathe my dog today; he’s gotten really dirty.
That sounds like a good idea! Dogs can get pretty messy.
Yeah, I just want to make sure he feels fresh and clean afterwards.
Root Explanation
Bathe → The word originates from Old English 'baþian', meaning to immerse in water or wash. It describes the act of washing oneself in water.
Memory Tip
Think of immersing yourself in water to remember that 'bathe' means to wash or cleanse oneself.
Visually Confused Words
bate
rebathe
embathe
breathe
blather
bebathe
batcher
rathe