waterfall

noun

wa·​ter·​fall ˈwȯ-tər-ˌfȯl 

ˈwä-

1

a

: a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream

b

: an artificial waterfall (as in a hotel lobby or a nightclub)

2

: something resembling a waterfall

Synonyms of waterfall

• cascade

Examples of waterfall in a Sentence

I used to like to throw sticks in the stream and watch them go over the waterfall.

Recent Examples on the Web

For relaxation and family fun, the Club’s Makai Pools include a saltwater pool, pools for children or adults only, plus hot tubs and a waterfall. —Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026

Days begin at Le Plage, the freshwater pool fringed with parasols and a softly trickling waterfall, where breakfasts of eggs, local bread, warm pastries, and fresh juice appear on the long communal table. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026

The Pacific Northwest offers a stunning mix of mountains, waterfalls, volcanic landscapes and city culture that can turn any road trip into an unforgettable adventure for kids and parents alike. —Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026

Rangers responded to three incidents involving bears along Ramsey Cascades Trail, a popular hike to a waterfall, and three more on Abrams Falls Trail, which is another waterfall hike, according to the park service. —Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for waterfall

• aerosol
• alcohol
• arbitral
• basketball
• butanol
• cannonball
• carbinol
• catarrhal
• cortisol
• ethanol
• fireball
• gasohol

Kids Definition

waterfall

noun

wa·​ter·​fall ˈwȯt-ər-ˌfȯl 

ˈwät-

: a fall of water usually from a great height