SUBMERSE Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

submerse

verb

səb-ˈmərs

Definition of submerse

as in to engulf

to cover with a flood a week of nonstop rain that submersed the cornfields and delayed planting for days

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as in to immerse

to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid those hardy souls who daily submerse themselves in icy cold water for its invigorating effect

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Recent Examples of submerse People often submerse themselves in water to ease their suffering, allowing the worm to release larva that then infect others. — Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 2 Feb. 2026 The Downriver Mutual Aid Dive Team is expected to search water alongside eastbound Interstate 94 and Ecorse after a car was submersed in water after a crash. — Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 15 Oct. 2025 Its short and light body is easy to grip yet can take a drop or be submersed in up to 2 meters of water. — Hunter Fenollol, Popular Mechanics, 25 Apr. 2023 Pioneer Day gives families an opportunity to submerse themselves into that time period and to learn through hands on activity. — Gina Grillo, chicagotribune.com, 25 June 2019 Use an eyedropper to apply it or submerse the stain in the stuff for 15 minutes. — Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, 15 Nov. 2018 With gills that flare out when submersed, the salamander looks similar to the axolotl, a relative. — National Geographic, 19 June 2018 With rooms that open to the ocean for dining alfresco while above water, and large viewing galleries for taking in the marine life when submersed, the Migaloo creates that harmony. — Dave Banks, Fox News, 25 Apr. 2016

Recent Examples of Synonyms for submerse

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The resulting, room-sized artwork engulfed visitors in a swirling fantasia featuring bouncing balls, morphing nets and slow-motion action shots of Messi.

— Chloe Veltman, NPR, 29 July 2026
Between July and August 2003, Western Europe was engulfed by its hottest summer since meteorological records began in 1540.

— Nicole F. Roberts, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of engulf

Verb

The best option is to immerse a heat stroke victim in cold water.

— Scott Neuman, NPR, 29 July 2026
Founded by wine expert Julia Coney and luxury travel specialist Claire Soares, the company moves beyond transactional tastings, immersing small groups in local food, culture, and traditions, viewing wine as a lifestyle.

— Taryn White, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of immerse

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In one image, a young sitter with the Arabic word for ‘justice’ painted on her cheek gazes sensuously into the camera, while flooding the frame with wafts of smoke.

— Michael-Oliver Harding, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
As the midterm elections kick into gear after Labor Day, Americans’ social feeds will be flooded with political videos.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of flood

Verb

Speier’s co-founder dipped out of the business in November 2022.

— Julia Coin July 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
Trump’s top border policy advisor, Tom Homan, told Fox News on Monday that monthly detention numbers dipped because of the partial government shutdown earlier this year.

— Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

Definition of dip

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Flooding on Thursday evening disrupted parts of Guwahati, Assam’s capital with about 2 million residents, as submerged roads left commuters stranded for hours.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 July 2026
The challenge was unofficially posed by rival magician Rahman Bey, who, on July 21, 1926, spent an hour locked in a coffin partially submerged underwater.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026

Definition of submerge

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That brightness will overwhelm many of the faint Delta Aquariid meteors, leaving only the brightest examples visible.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
This was often seen as a proxy for player skill, as more advanced players could better handle the cognitive rush of commanding dozens of units across multiple fronts, presumably leading to more effective play, eventually overwhelming the opponent.

— Nnamdi Iregbulem, Fortune, 29 July 2026

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