Definition

Having a quality or appearance similar to water; not very strong or intense.

Example

The soup had a waterish consistency, making it less flavorful than expected.

Conversation

Have you tried that new juice place downtown?

Not yet, but I heard their drinks are really waterish, almost like flavored water.

I like that kind of drink, especially when it's hot outside.

Me too! It feels refreshing and light on a warm day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Waterish → It is formed from "water" (from Old English *wæter*, meaning liquid that falls as rain or flows in rivers) and "-ish" (meaning having the quality of). The word "waterish" means having the quality or characteristics of water.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'water' and remember that 'waterish' describes something that has the qualities or characteristics of water.

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