overwater
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌwɔːtə/
KK: /ˈoʊvərˌwɔtər/
adjective
Definition
Relating to something that is located above or across water, often used to describe travel or places.
Example
The overwater bungalow offered stunning views of the ocean.
Conversation
Have you seen that new cafe that's built overwater?
Yeah, I heard it's really beautiful and has stunning views.
I think we should go there this weekend and check it out.
Great idea! I love places that are overwater.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
aquatic
maritime
nautical
Antonyms
land
dry
terrestrial
verb
Definition
To give too much water to something, like a plant or lawn, which can harm it.
Example
If you overwater the plants, their roots may rot and they could die.
Tense Forms
Past: overwatered
Past Participle: overwatered
Conversation
I think I might have overwatered my new plant.
Oh no! That can really harm its roots.
I didn’t realize I was giving it too much water.
Root Explanation
Overwater → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively or beyond) and "water" (from Old English "wæter", meaning liquid that falls as rain or flows in rivers). The word "overwater" means to excessively water something, often leading to saturation or flooding.
Memory Tip
Think of 'over' meaning excessively and 'water' as the liquid itself — this helps you remember that 'overwater' refers to giving too much water.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.