rainy
The word “rainy” has 2 syllables: rain-y
It's pronounced as /ˈreɪni/
What is synonym and antonym for rainy?
In the thesaurus, “rainy” has 18 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for rainy along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for rainy
- coastal
- damp
- drippy
- drizzling
- drizzly
- hyetal
- misty
- mizzly
- moist
- pluvial
- pluvious
- pouring
- precipitating
- showery
- spitting
- sprinkling
- stormy
- wet
Antonyms for rainy
- dry
Meanings of rainy
- adjective
- Pouring with rain; wet; showery.
Example Sentences
- We decided to stay indoors on this rainy afternoon and watch movies.
- The weather forecast predicts a rainy week ahead, so don't forget your umbrella.
- Despite the rainy weather, we enjoyed a cozy dinner by the fireplace.
- I love the sound of rain on the roof during rainy nights—it's so soothing.
- The roads can be slippery during rainy conditions, so drive carefully.
On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to rainy, such as: coastal, damp, drippy, drizzling, drizzly, dry, hyetal.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
dampish
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raining
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raining cats and dogs
- bitter
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- blizzard
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stormy
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