Rainy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹeɪni/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Rainy is an adjective meaning Pouring with rain; wet; showery.
Meaning
Pouring with rain; wet; showery.
Example Sentences
It's a very rainy day, so let's stay indoors.
Due to the rainy weather, we decided not to play in the park.
This is itself a cheerless spot, particularly on a rainy day, when, overshadowed by the great massif of rock that towers in the background, and surrounded by the grey and cheerless quarries, it has a depressing character much in contrast with the green verdure encountered on the northern end of this interesting branch line.
Word Forms
- rainier
- rainiest
Synonyms for rainy
Depending on context, synonyms include wet, inclement, showery.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include inclement, wet, showery, downpour, raining, rain.
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