WATERED Synonyms: 106 Similar and Opposite Words

watered 1 of 2

adjective

as in saturated

containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water a heavily watered lawn

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watered

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verb

past tense of water

as in wet

to make wet watered the plants

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The soil below two inches should be unharmed, Adams said, so long as new compost is set and plants are watered plentifully, which will promote natural biological cycles. — Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 From arranging to have the mail taken in to making sure your plants stay watered while away, the pre-trip chore list can seem never-ending. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026 Regardless of your climate, always keep tomato plants well-watered. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 July 2026 The grounds are watered with recycled water and there’s an electric car charge station on-site. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026 There’s no need to deadhead them, but keep them well-watered while they get established and during the peak of summer. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 Newly installed balled and burlapped plants need about 1 inch of water per week — be sure the root ball is getting watered. — Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026 Someone decides what counts as cultivation and what counts as nuisance, what gets watered and what gets pulled, what belongs in the planned bed and what must be removed before visitors arrive. — Literary Hub, 26 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for watered

Adjective

The collection is inspired by American codes — gingham, crisp whites and saturated reds — and the capsule includes four exclusive styles, two for Saks Fifth Avenue and two for Neiman Marcus.

— Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 6 July 2026
Genre enthusiasts will find lots to like here, from its rich saturated nighttime ambience to the moody, cine-techno score by Aeph.

— Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 July 2026

Definition of saturated

Verb

Before applying the resurfacer, blow or sweep off any leaves or debris, then wet the surface to prevent the concrete from drying too quickly.

— Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
Taking regular cool showers and baths, wetting clothes or towels with cold water and putting your pillowcases in the fridge or freezer can all help further cool your body down, and hopefully, get a good night’s sleep.

— Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 2 July 2026

Definition of wet

Adjective

In honor of her bestie Taylor Swift's wedding with Travis Kelce on July 3, Gomez stepped out in a shimmering Oscar de la Renta dress dripping in crystals and gold fringe detailing.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 July 2026
The city has taken a slate of actions to help sweat-dripping denizens find refuge from the heat, including opening up additional cooling centers and expanding pool hours.

— Julian Roberts-Grmela, New York Daily News, 4 July 2026

Definition of dripping

Adjective

The duvet set includes two pillowcases and a duvet cover made from 100 percent cotton that’s pre-washed to ensure softness from night one and designed to mimic the appearance of crisp linen.

— Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026
Pre-washed rice has already been rinsed, so washing it again is unnecessary.

— Aksha Mittapalli, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026

Definition of washed

Verb

Graphic videos of the shooting flooded social media and politicians on both sides of the aisle condemned the killing – one example of the political violence roiling America in recent years.

— Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
The pipes had clogged and the room was flooded with sewage coming up a drain.

— Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of flooded

Adjective

Pre-soaked toner pads are infused with active ingredients to help smooth skin and enhance hydration, while the anti-aging moisturizer combines NAD+ and hyaluronic acid for a firmer, more radiant look.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
In rainy weather, move orchids to a covered spot, so roots don’t stay soaked.

— Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2026

Definition of soaked

Adjective

Depending on the color of your boots, use slightly more or less water—but never fully saturate in any case.

— Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
When TikTok virality and playlist automation saturate listeners’ attention, artistic sameness threatens to rule the day—but independent artists on their own unique paths are still with us.

— Jenn Pelly, Time, 7 June 2025

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