1
2
as in barrage
a rapid or overwhelming outpouring of many things at once
a shower of insults and curses rained down on the criminal as he was led through the crowd
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 shower
Doc Louallen, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2025
Still, the brightest Perseids should shine through, especially during the predawn hours when the constellation Perseus — from which the meteors appear to radiate, hence the shower's name — climbs high in the northeastern sky.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Health Editorial Team, Health, 29 July 2025
American driver Dan Gurney started the tradition by showering guests, including Henry Ford II, with Moët & Chandon at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 1967.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 28 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for shower
Noun
The shower has been captivating humans since it was first recorded by Chinese astronomers in 36 A.D., nearly 2,000 years ago.
—Doc Louallen, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2025
Still, the brightest Perseids should shine through, especially during the predawn hours when the constellation Perseus — from which the meteors appear to radiate, hence the shower's name — climbs high in the northeastern sky.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
Treat seasonal allergies: Stay indoors if there is a lot of pollen circulating outside, and shower and change your clothes after being outdoors.
—Health Editorial Team, Health, 29 July 2025
American driver Dan Gurney started the tradition by showering guests, including Henry Ford II, with Moët & Chandon at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 1967.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 28 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for shower
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shower
Noun
-
My London life was filled with biology homework and birthday parties in the rain and jasmine tea with my grandma at her favorite dim sum restaurant.—
Ella Berman
August 7,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
-
The episode ends with Tyler transformed, Laurel fatally wounded and Wednesday thrown from a window, left unconscious in the rain as the Hyde vanishes.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Framber Valdez faced the entire starting nine in a six-run barrage.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
4 Aug. 2025
-
Brace reacted with a barrage of emails and messages to Elise and Jay Flatland saying the organization was transphobic.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Throughout the Maoist era, dams and hydropower had a spotty record despite the focus lavished upon them.—
Wesley Alexander Hill,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
-
His government has invested heavily in China’s schools and lavished resources on science and technology programs, with some success.—
Michael Schuman,
The Atlantic,
14 June 2025
Noun
-
The storms could bring wind gusts of up to 60 mph and quarter-sized hail (1 inch).—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Aug. 2025
-
Wind gusts of up to 30 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are predicted.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
That looks like one of the best bargains from last December’s flurry of activities — made even more so by the injuries to Justin Steele, Shota Imanaga and Jameson Taillon.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
-
Severe thunderstorms could bring strong wind gusts, flooding and possible tornadoes to southeastern Wisconsin, according to a flurry of alerts put out by the National Weather Service Aug. 16.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Louisville Metro Government has poured millions into combating the growing housing and homelessness crisis in the city, with $58 million projected to be spent on the downtown Community Care Campus, which will house a family emergency shelter, medical care spaces and behavioral health services.—
Keely Doll,
The Courier-Journal,
15 Aug. 2025
-
The loup de mer is crisp-skinned over eggplant caviar, roasted sweet peppers, tomato confit, and basil, finished with a saffron bouillon poured to order.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Spoon a heaping tablespoon (not packed) of crust mixture into bottom of each paper liner.—
Craig Melvin,
Southern Living,
15 Aug. 2025
-
Dress your shrimp directly in the sauce to ensure they’re thoroughly coated, then heap onto a plate of greens and dig right in. 4.—
Audrey Bruno,
SELF,
13 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Shower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shower. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share