SQUALLY Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

squally

adjective

ˈskwȯ-lē

Definition of squally

as in turbulent

marked by wet and windy conditions be careful driving in this squally weather

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as in gusty

marked by strong wind or more wind than usual this coastal region often experiences wet, squally weather

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Recent Examples of squally As the squally weather moves through, widespread gusts over 40 mph or even 50 mph are possible. — Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2017 While still far away, storm bands were already starting to reach South Florida, with squally rains and wind blowing over Miami, an ominous sign of the storm’s ferocious power. — Jenny Staletovich, miamiherald, 9 Sep. 2017 Senior staff members know that their safety within the squally West Wing often relies on being physically in the president’s presence. — Emily Jane Fox, The Hive, 16 Mar. 2017

Recent Examples of Synonyms for squally

Adjective

It’s been a turbulent few years for Howe football, as previous head football coach Andrew Harvey was fired for cause, according to KXII-TV in Sherman.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026
His selection follows an unusually turbulent period for Cabarrus County government.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of turbulent

Adjective

Storm pushes east for Election Day The storm is now pushing into the Plains and Midwest with gusty winds and soaking rain.

— Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026
Rohrich said in a phone interview Thursday morning that the men’s bodies remained in the basin and officials were waiting for gusty winds to calm so a helicopter crew could fly to the site to retrieve them.

— Dave Collins, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of gusty

Adjective

Under Sorrells, morale at the office is bleak and has resulted in an exodus, according to two veteran prosecutors who left the office and spoke on the condition they not be identified.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2026
Yet missing from this bleak picture are the ways that Ukraine has already adapted to escalating attacks.

— Tatiana Mitrova, Foreign Affairs, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of bleak

Adjective

Toub said Butker has performed well in practice this week despite windy conditions and Tucker’s presence.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Defending champion Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand was back on top Thursday in the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, shooting an 8-under 63 in windy conditions to take a three-stroke lead after the first round.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of windy

Adjective

Being a kid and remembering that, rainy nights and then moving to California and glamping in the desert.

— Joe Lynch, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2026
Wentz threw three touchdown passes in the rally to beat the Packers and started the rainy victory against the Chicago Bears in Week 2 at Soldier Field, going 23-for-39 for 276 yards with six sacks and no turnovers.

— Dave Campbell, Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of rainy

Adjective

The blustery conditions, combined with king tides in the area -- the highest high tides of the year -- have prompted coastal flood alerts through Tuesday from Miami to North Carolina's Outer Banks.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
Wednesday won't be as blustery, but there is still a dangerous high risk of rip currents along our Atlantic beaches.

— Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of blustery

Adjective

These comfy pull-on pants would be perfectly breezy year-round, but would look so chic with loafers and a V-neck sweater once the temperatures drop.

— Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026
The cold front will move southeast across the region Thursday evening and Thursday night, bringing breezy northwest winds of 10–20 mph.

— CBS News, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of breezy

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