submarining
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌsʌbməˈriːnɪŋ/
KK: /sʌbməˈrinɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that strikes or attacks suddenly and unexpectedly, similar to how a submarine operates underwater and can emerge without warning.
Example
The submarining tactics of the team caught their opponents off guard during the match.
Conversation
I heard the presentation had some submarining moments that surprised everyone.
Really? I love when a speaker catches the audience off guard like that.
Yeah, it keeps things interesting and engaging, right?
Absolutely! I think it makes the whole experience much more memorable.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sudden
surprising
unexpected
Antonyms
predictable
expected
usual
verb
Definition
The action of moving underwater, often used in the context of submarines or diving.
Example
The team is submarining to explore the ocean depths.
Tense Forms
Past: submarined
Past Participle: submarined
Conversation
Have you ever tried submarining while diving?
No, I haven't! What's that like?
It's when you go underwater and just float around, like a submarine.
Root Explanation
Submarining → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "marinus" (from Latin, meaning of the sea). The word "submarining" refers to the act of operating or navigating under the sea.
Memory Tip
Think of going 'under' ('sub-') the 'sea' ('marinus') — that's why submarining means operating beneath the ocean.
Visually Confused Words
margining