WASHED Synonyms: 166 Similar and Opposite Words

washed 1 of 2

adjective

as in bathed

containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water washed city streets glistened with the light of the lampposts

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washed

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verb

past tense of wash

as in splashed

to flow along or against crystal-clear waters gently wash the island's unspoiled beaches

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as in flew

to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval the employee's story about missing the bus didn't wash with her manager

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as in bubbled

to flow in a broken irregular stream soapy water washing down the drain

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as in wet

to make wet rain washed the countryside for days on end

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as in rinsed

to pour liquid over or through in order to cleanse washed the baby's hair

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as in stirred

to cause (as a liquid) to move about in a circle especially repeatedly she absentmindedly washed her tea by tipping her cup, until the honey was at last mixed in

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Recent Examples of washed

Adjective

Made from naturally breathable, skin-friendly, pre-washed linen, the quilt is designed to hold up for years while growing softer with every wash. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026 As the Cyclospora outbreak grows, experts recommend washing all fresh produce that hasn’t been pre-washed—not just lettuce. — Sarah Garone, HEALTH, 6 Aug. 2026 Produce should then be thoroughly washed, even if it’s labeled as pre-washed. — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 20 July 2026 Buy whole heads of lettuce rather than pre-washed, bagged salad mixes. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026 Raspberries, blackberries, lettuce, cilantro, snow peas, and basil and pre-washed bagged salads have all been implicated in past cyclosporiasis outbreaks. — Alice Park, Time, 17 July 2026 Public health officials recommend buying whole heads of lettuce rather than bagged, shredded or loose salad mixes (including pre-washed ones). — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 17 July 2026 Michigan health officials recommend purchasing whole heads of lettuce instead of pre-washed lettuce; discarding outer layers of lettuce; and washing inner leaves. — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 13 July 2026 The post said the restaurant is soaking and washing produce again, even if the lettuce and spinach are pre-washed but not bagged. — Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 11 July 2026

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The Democratic wave that flipped control of Congress from Republicans on Election Day also washed through to the state and local level, with several legislatures seeing historic changes in their balance of power. — Oren Oppenheim, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026 The intense erosion that carved the Great Unconformity washed rock material into the oceans, possibly fertilizing them just before the Cambrian explosion, when calcium became abundant in seawater. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026 This washed Chiefs tee from Champion is a strong pick, with a relaxed fit and vintage finish. — Taylor Lane, StyleCaster, 6 Nov. 2026 Vintage blue, washed black, and off-white denim with no distressing or extra detailing easily pairs with neutral knits and retro sneakers. — Abby Hepworth, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026 Any cutting boards, countertops and utensils that came into contact with raw food should be washed and sanitized with a mix of one tablespoon of chlorine bleach per gallon of hot water. — Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026 The house’s holiday 2026 campaign, lensed by Gordon von Steiner, moves through a hotel washed in deep crimson, with gold dresses, black tuxedos and leopard print appearing almost everywhere else. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026 Now, a kid with no college degree who washed dishes, delivered pizzas, drives a snow plow, and spent 20 years on a fire truck is going to Congress. — Cbs Philadelphia, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026 Of course, adding fur accents to a room can be especially cozy in the colder months, consider instead a blanket or throw pillows—something that can be easily washed or dry-cleaned, and won’t sit on the floor collecting debris. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 4 Nov. 2026

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Adjective

Publicist and artist Sergio Farias wore a dripping ruby headpiece, sparkling silver suit and fluffy scarlet train.

— Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet with tongs; let sit until cool enough to handle (no need to squeeze out excess water unless dripping wet).

— Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of dripping

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It’s bathed in sunlight from its oversized windows, has dark brown standalone shelves throughout the space and large leather couches in front of a custom mural to create a space for people to sit with their books and connect.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026
The 45-minute dish is a riff on pasta Alfredo, bathed in a bright sauce that doesn’t require cream or flour, just butter, parmesan and the starchy pasta cooking water.

— Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2026

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Verb

Kelly, who lost to High in the primaries and later worked full time for him, attributed the defeat to general discontent with the Democratic party.

— Roger Simmons, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026
The reigning Academy of Country Music’s Entertainer of the Year, who was a rodeo cowboy in his youth, has worked with Justin Boots on a collection of men’s boots.

— Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026

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Verb

Piaget takes the bold colors splashed across the American creative’s face in the series and plops them right on the dial.

— Nicole Hoey for Robb Report, ARTnews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Where lettuce splashed with vinaigrette can feel like an afterthought, a juicy, savory-slanting pear salad is worth making room for on a plate full of turkey and cornbread.

— Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of splashed

Verb

With a cooling, lightweight texture, the mask is pleasant to wear; even better, skin feels softer and smoother as soon as the 20-minute treatment is rinsed off.

— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2026
In a bowl or sink of standing water, anything rinsed off one item can float over to the next, while running water sends it down the drain.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of rinsed

Verb

Upcycling was not Marchetto’s thing, but something in the job description stirred him up.

— Bella Webb, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
Though the mood at his event was mostly one of defeat, Hilton stirred the crowd with a promise to help Republicans break the Democratic supermajority in the state Legislature in 2028.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026