What does drenched mean?
Drenched means Completely wet; sodden.
Drenched
/dɹɛnt͡ʃt/ · adjective
Meaning
Completely wet; sodden.
Definitions by Sense
- Completely wet; sodden
- simple past and past participle of drench
Example Sentences
The storm's so bad that if you step outside for 20 seconds, you get drenched.
Back home the buses went up in flashes / The Irish tomb was drenched in blood
Well I'm grinding my life out, steady and sure / Nothing more wretched than what I must endure / I'm drenched in the light that shines from the sun
Synonyms for drenched
Antonyms for drenched
Related Words
Word Forms
- more drenched
- most drenched
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for drenched?
Common synonyms include plashy, saturated, soaked, bewatered.
What is the opposite of drenched?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use drenched in a sentence?
The storm's so bad that if you step outside for 20 seconds, you get drenched.
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