cascade
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kæˈskeɪd/
KK: /kæˈskeɪd/
noun
Definition
A series of events or processes that happen one after another, often like a waterfall, where each step depends on the previous one.
Example
The project experienced a cascade of delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
Conversation
Have you ever seen a beautiful cascade in nature?
Yes, I visited one last summer, and it was breathtaking!
I love how the water flows down in layers like that cascade.
Absolutely! It’s like nature’s own art show.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
flow
series
sequence
Antonyms
stagnation
disorder
break
transitive verb
Definition
To fall or cause something to fall in a series of stages or steps, similar to how water flows down a waterfall.
Example
The leaves cascaded down from the tree in the autumn breeze.
Tense Forms
Past: cascaded
Past Participle: cascaded
Conversation
Did you see how the water cascade down the rocks in that video?
Yeah, it looked so beautiful and calming!
I love how nature can cascade like that; it's mesmerizing.
Root Explanation
Cascade → It originates from the Latin word 'cascada', which is a diminutive form of 'cascare' (meaning to fall). The word describes a small waterfall or a series of waterfalls, emphasizing the action of falling water.
Memory Tip
Imagine water 'falling' — that's what 'cascade' means, and it comes from the Latin word for 'to fall'.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.