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swash

Beginner (A1)

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

adjective
Definition

Not a valid English word.


Example

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Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that new movie about pirates?
Sloth B
Yeah, it was so much fun and had some really swash moments!
Sloth A
I loved how they captured the adventurous spirit of it all.
Sloth B
Exactly! The swash style of the characters made it even more exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
splashy
showy
flamboyant
Antonyms
subdued
plain
dull
intransitive verb
Definition

To move or splash around noisily, often in a way that creates a sound like water splashing.


Example

The waves began to swash against the rocks, creating a soothing sound.


Tense Forms

Past: swashed

Past Participle: swashed


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see how he swash through the water while surfing?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looked amazing! He really knows how to ride the waves.
Sloth A
I wish I could swash like that without falling.
noun
Definition

A splash of water or liquid that hits a solid surface, often creating a sound or movement.


Example

The children laughed as they made a swash with their feet in the puddles.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear that big swash of water hit the shore earlier?
Sloth B
Yeah, it sounded like a mini tsunami!
Sloth A
I could see the waves crashing; it was pretty wild!
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To splash a liquid around or against something, often in a noisy or forceful way.


Example

He swashed the water with his hands, creating a big splash.


Tense Forms

Past: swashed

Past Participle: swashed


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see how the kids swash water everywhere while playing in the fountain?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looked like they were having so much fun!
Sloth A
I almost joined them, but I didn't want to get soaked with all that swash.
Root Explanation

The word 'swash' originates from Middle English 'swashen', meaning to splash or dash. It is related to the Old English 'swæscan', which means to wash or to splash. The word describes the action of splashing water or making a noise like water being dashed about.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound of water splashing or dashing around — that's what 'swash' means, connecting to its roots in washing and splashing.

Visually Confused Words
siwash
wash
sash
washy
washo
walsh
swosh
swish
Is this page helpful?
Sloth B
Just keep practicing, and you'll get there!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
splash
swagger
flourish
Antonyms
sink
submerge
diminish
Definitely, nature can be so powerful sometimes.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
splash
flow
surge
Antonyms
stillness
calm
stagnation
Sloth B
Good call — but it must have been refreshing on such a hot day!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
splash
spray
douse
Antonyms
absorb
soak
dry