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water

[waw-ter, wot-er] / ˈwɔ tər, ˈwɒt ər /
NOUN
pure liquid hydrogen and oxygen
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is another word for water?
Few things are as common as water, but it doesn’t have many direct synonyms. However, there are several terms that can be used instead of water in certain situations. Because water molecules consist of a combination of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, it’s chemical symbol is H2O, and it’s sometimes referred to this way. Although this sounds more technical, it’s usually used to be humorous, as in I could go for some cold H2O right now. Sometimes, people refer to water informally with its equivalent word in Spanish, agua. An old-fashioned slang term for water is Adam’s ale (a joke on the notion that water was the only thing that the Biblical Adam had to drink). The Latin phrase aqua pura means and is sometimes used to refer to pure water. Water is sometimes informally referred to as wet stuff. This can refer to water as a drink or to rainwater. Water that comes out of the faucet (the tap) is called tap water. Water is often distinguished between freshwater and salt water. Other specific types of water include seawater (and ocean water), ground water, bathwater, and wastewater. The verb water, as in water the plants, doesn’t have many direct synonyms, but you could use different words depending on how much water is needed, like sprinkle or dampen for a little or soak or saturate for a lot. On a larger scale, such as in the context of farming, you could use the word irrigate. To water down something is to add water to it to dilute or thin it. This term is also commonly used in a figurative way, and dilute is also a good synonym for this sense.
What is a synonym for body of water?
Body of water is a general term for things like oceans, seas, and lakes. It’s not usually used for smaller things like ponds. The term the water can often be used to refer to a body of water in a general way, as in I just love being on the water or We’d have to fly over the water to get there.  Informally, such a body of water might be called the drink—especially when someone or something falls in.

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The lake’s water level has been decreasing since 2022.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

As of Wednesday, the lake’s water level had dropped to 1,039.66 feet above sea level, according to federal data.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

As the state has relied heavily on its water, the Delta’s ecosystem has suffered, and native fish populations have declined.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

The Delta is the central hub of California’s water system, providing water for nearly 30 million people and 4 million acres of farmland.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

She pauses, swirling the water with her big toe.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

Its waters supported giant turtles and crocodylians, while an extraordinary collection of hunters prowled the surrounding shores.

From Science Daily Aug. 19, 2026

Their bright orange covers are stuffed with little more than what feels like poly-foam -completely inadequate for the open and unpredictable waters of the English Channel.

From BBC Aug. 18, 2026

The "Dubai Tower" left the eastern port city of Ningbo on Saturday evening heading north, where it will pass through the Bering Strait, then turn west through the frigid waters along Russia's northern coast.

From Barron's Aug. 16, 2026

The category now includes wine, sparkling waters, seltzers and coffee.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 15, 2026

The tireless robot continued north, on and on, toward the waters where the Ancient Shark roamed.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown

The field would be watered down, the traditionalists protested.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 28, 2026

Like other large banks, it has removed or watered down mentions of diversity and inclusion efforts from public websites and filings, the Journal has reported.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

However, the couple's relationship with Netflix was watered down last year.

From BBC May 15, 2026

Grass is being watered and cut to FIFA-regulation height to ensure that players don't get any surprises when they take to the field in Los Angeles and Seattle, the venues for their group-stage games.

From Barron's May 13, 2026

I told him that she turned it every morning in the sun so that it would grow evenly, and when she watered it, it was like she was feeding a baby.

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt

The party was held at the Patriot’s Bar, a flag-filled watering hole at JPMorgan’s new skyscraper where Dimon has been hosting parties and social gatherings.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

But not all sectors are in favour of watering it down.

From Barron's Jul. 17, 2026

Even with its reputation as a watering hole for Hollywood’s biggest names, Dan Tana refused to pander to celebrities.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

Anglian Water said people could still water fruit, vegetables and gardens using a watering can.

From BBC Jul. 10, 2026

The field was full-sized, or pretty close at least, and the sort of vibrant green that only came from constant watering.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram




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