SUBMERSION Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

submersion

noun

Definition of submersion

as in immersion

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Recent Examples of submersion As a result, the phone is only IP55 rated—safe from splashes but not full submersion. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2026 Since effectiveness against water jets is a different test than submersion, some cases have multiple IP ratings. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026 Both foldables also have an IP48 rating, which means they're protected against solid objects larger than 1mm and can withstand submersion in about five feet of water for up to 30 minutes. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 25 July 2026 The company says the W-01 responds to risks from tsunamis, hurricanes, floods, marine submersion and dike or dam failures. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2026 The bone conduction headphones have an IP69 waterproof rating, and support 2m deep submersion. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Avoid full submersion in water. — Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026 The official cause of death listed on the crew member’s death certificate, which was obtained by TMZ, states that Meadows died from drowning with probable hypothermia and submersion of his body in cold water. — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026 Effective medical alert devices must be in good working condition when a shower, rain, or accidental submersion splashes them. — Craig Lebrau, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026

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Noun

The kinds of cultural immersion and connections with locals possible with small group tours often lead to truly transformative travel experiences.

— Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026
For cultural immersion, a farm-to-table breakfast or cooking class at the on-property sustainable farm Rancho Lola is a perfect fit.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of immersion

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Strong corporate earnings, waves of enthusiasm about artificial intelligence and a buy-the-dip mentality led by retail investors contributed to the market’s resilience.

— John Towfighi, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Outside, the spacious balcony and its plush sofa were an open invite for a sunrise coffee, and the trail of wooden steps to the water meant pre-dinner dips in the sea were part of the daily routine.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

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