as in sprinkling
a very small amount
at least you have a splash of common sense—which is more than we can say for your mother
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
2
as in to splatter
to wet or soil by striking with something liquid or mushy
the bus splashed us as it barrelled through the puddles
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
4
as in to bubble
to flow in a broken irregular stream
the spilled juice splashed over the counter and onto the floor
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of splash
Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 11 June 2026
Smell the rain on the pavement; splash in puddles; make mud pies.
—Parents, 11 June 2026
Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Every Year After, the Prime Video television adaptation of Carley Fortune’s Every Summer After has splashed onto screens as the latest in a succession of coming-of-age, romance, book adaptations and other projects coming to Prime Video this summer.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for splash
Noun
The company is unlikely to make a big splash in an already extremely crowded smartphone market.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 11 June 2026
Smell the rain on the pavement; splash in puddles; make mud pies.
—Parents, 11 June 2026
Verb
These islands have a European feel splashed with the vibrancy of the Caribbean, not to mention some of the world's most beautiful beaches.
—Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Every Year After, the Prime Video television adaptation of Carley Fortune’s Every Summer After has splashed onto screens as the latest in a succession of coming-of-age, romance, book adaptations and other projects coming to Prime Video this summer.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for splash
Recent Examples of Synonyms for splash
Noun
-
The team has a real sense of unity, as well as a sprinkling of class led by experienced defender Achraf Hakimi.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
-
Use fresh, freestone peaches that release easily from the pit, and brush the crust with an egg wash and a sprinkling of turbinado sugar for a crunchier result.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
Verb
-
If that happens, remove the safety clip, hold the can with both hands, and prepare to spray when the bear is roughly 30 to 40 feet away.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
-
Aerial footage showed firefighters spraying water on several buildings that were on fire.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
Verb
-
One egg appears to splatter on a street sign inches from Wembanyama’s head.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
-
That’s one grand slam, rescued from splattering somebody’s nacho dip.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Verb
-
During a phase of sleep called slow-wave, the brain’s vascular system pulses rhythmically, literally pumping cerebrospinal fluid through its innards and washing them clean.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
-
Dry the shelves and bins washed with soapy water, and return them to the refrigerator.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Verb
-
Images would appear one after another, vague ideas bubbling up before vanishing with a pop.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
-
The result can be slow drainage, bubbling water, and gurgling sounds coming from sinks and other fixtures.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
Verb
-
Mighty Mary is a rousing story of courage, teamwork and persistence, revealing how one bold act can ripple outward to shift culture, expand possibility and open doors for generations to come.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
17 June 2026
-
That means decisions made by new Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh could ripple through the housing market, affecting mortgage rates, home affordability and new home construction.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Noun
-
This cool pearl blonde glimmers against a buttery backdrop for a sparkling champagne effect.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
13 June 2026
-
Formative minutes stretched on for eternity — winning a track competition, a first kiss — but eight weeks flashed by in a hot hazy glimmer.—
Sophia Solano,
Washington Post,
13 June 2026
Verb
-
Solo travelers were abundant, though most travelers were couples, with a few families sprinkled in too.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
-
The event featured game-play and events sprinkled throughout the city and partnerships with the White Sox, the Field Museum and the Lincoln Park Zoo.—
Felicity Abbott,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Splash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splash. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
