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underwater

The word “underwater” has 4 syllables: un-der-wa-ter

It's pronounced as /ˌʌn.dɚˈwɔː.tɚ/

What is synonym and antonym for underwater?

In the thesaurus, “underwater” has 11 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for underwater along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for underwater

Meanings of underwater

  • noun
    1. Underlying water or body of water, for example in an aquifer or the deep ocean.
    2. A type of lure which lies beneath the water surface.
  • verb
    1. To water or irrigate insufficiently.
  • adjective
    1. Beneath the surface of the water, or of or pertaining to the region beneath the water surface.
    2. Beneath the water line of a vessel.
    3. Under water.
    4. Having negative equity; owing more on an asset than its market value.
  • adverb
    1. Going beneath the surface of the water.

Example Sentences

  • The divers explored the underwater cave for hours.
  • Many species live in the underwater ecosystem of the coral reef.
  • The shipwreck was discovered in an underwater expedition last year.
  • Cameras designed for underwater photography are waterproof and durable.
  • The documentary featured stunning underwater footage of marine life.

On this page you'll find 11 synonyms or another words to underwater, such as: abysmal, abyssal, aquatic, deep, deep-sea, deepwater, oceanic.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

oceanic

abyssal

marine

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