splashed; splashing; splashes
1
a
: to strike and dash about a liquid or semiliquid substance
b
: to move in or into a liquid or semiliquid substance and cause it to spatter
1
a(1)
: to dash a liquid or thinly viscous substance upon or against
(2)
: to soil or stain with splashed liquid
b
: to mark or overlay with patches of contrasting color or texture
c
: to display prominently
a story splashed on the front page
2
a
: to cause (a liquid or thinly viscous substance) to spatter about especially with force
b
: to scatter in the manner of a splashed liquid
splasher
noun
1
a(1)
: splashed liquid or semiliquid substance
also
: impounded water released suddenly
(2)
: a spot or daub from or as if from splashed liquid
a mud splash on the fender
b
: a colored patch
2
a
: the action of splashing
b
: a short plunge
3
: a sound produced by or as if by a liquid falling, moving, being hurled, or oscillating
4
a
: a vivid impression created especially by ostentatious activity or appearance
b
: ostentatious display
5
: a small amount : sprinkling
Synonyms
Verb
Noun
Examples of splash in a Sentence
Verb
He dropped the bottle and bleach splashed onto the floor.
We could hear the waves splashing against the side of the boat.
The baby splashed the water.
Don't splash water at your brother.
I accidentally splashed some water on the floor.
She splashed cold water on her face.
We were splashed by a passing car.
She splashed her face with cold water.
The dog was splashing through the waves.
Noun
at least you have a splash of common sense—which is more than we can say for your mother
Recent Examples on the Web
Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
In the spring, spores blow or splash up onto newly emerging rose foliage and can germinate with conditions of as little as two to four hours of moisture.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024
In one of the first scenes of her new TV show, Carrie Preston stands on a Manhattan curb as a taxi drives through a puddle and splashes her with a not-small amount of dirty street water.
—Emily Yahr, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
Elsewhere in Garcia's clip, Matteo went on an Easter egg hunt, splashed in some muddy puddles, played with toys, munched on a snack and took a ride in a truck with his mom.
—Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024
The lens incorporates dust and splash protection for use in rough weather, while the front element has a protective anti-smudge fluorine coating.
—PCMAG, 26 Mar. 2024
At several metro stations and other public spaces around Delhi, posters splashed with Mr. Modi’s face boast the benefits of his welfare programs.
—Sushmita Pathak, The Christian Science Monitor, 20 Mar. 2024
End of carousel Preston is also having a moment to shine and splash.
—Emily Yahr, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
The kitchen looked like a slaughterhouse with cherry juice splashed across every surface, and the task of pitting all those cherries?
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2024
Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2024
Kendra Scott: The inspiration behind the collaboration evolved around spring motifs, colorful accents, and statement accessories–small additions that make a big splash.
—Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2024
Just a splash gives the perfect amount of sweetness.
—Rishon Hanners, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2024
There are plenty more, but despite Apple’s phone’s status as a mobile gaming powerhouse, third-party controllers haven’t made a big splash on their own.
—Wes Davis, The Verge, 6 Apr. 2024
With a mix of hazelnut liqueur, créme de cacao, and a splash of his favorite bourbon, this tasty treat will quickly become one of dad's favorite drinks.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2024
Like several of the park's other newer rides, the new Fire In The Hole features an on-ride camera that snaps photos of riders during the final splash.
—USA TODAY, 29 Mar. 2024
After months receiving treatment at four East Coast facilities, 34 sea turtles re-entered the wild with a splash Wednesday.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024
This tonal look works exceptionally well on traditional-style homes where a bright splash of color might look out of place.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2024
Verb
Six of them splash around U.S. waters, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
In the spring, spores blow or splash up onto newly emerging rose foliage and can germinate with conditions of as little as two to four hours of moisture.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024
In one of the first scenes of her new TV show, Carrie Preston stands on a Manhattan curb as a taxi drives through a puddle and splashes her with a not-small amount of dirty street water.
—Emily Yahr, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
Elsewhere in Garcia's clip, Matteo went on an Easter egg hunt, splashed in some muddy puddles, played with toys, munched on a snack and took a ride in a truck with his mom.
—Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024
The lens incorporates dust and splash protection for use in rough weather, while the front element has a protective anti-smudge fluorine coating.
—PCMAG, 26 Mar. 2024
At several metro stations and other public spaces around Delhi, posters splashed with Mr. Modi’s face boast the benefits of his welfare programs.
—Sushmita Pathak, The Christian Science Monitor, 20 Mar. 2024
End of carousel Preston is also having a moment to shine and splash.
—Emily Yahr, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
The kitchen looked like a slaughterhouse with cherry juice splashed across every surface, and the task of pitting all those cherries?
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2024
Noun
Phoenix made a big splash in the offseason, trading for multi-time all-star Brad Beal for pennies on the dollar thanks to Beal’s exorbitant salary.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2024
Kendra Scott: The inspiration behind the collaboration evolved around spring motifs, colorful accents, and statement accessories–small additions that make a big splash.
—Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2024
Just a splash gives the perfect amount of sweetness.
—Rishon Hanners, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2024
There are plenty more, but despite Apple’s phone’s status as a mobile gaming powerhouse, third-party controllers haven’t made a big splash on their own.
—Wes Davis, The Verge, 6 Apr. 2024
With a mix of hazelnut liqueur, créme de cacao, and a splash of his favorite bourbon, this tasty treat will quickly become one of dad's favorite drinks.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2024
Like several of the park's other newer rides, the new Fire In The Hole features an on-ride camera that snaps photos of riders during the final splash.
—USA TODAY, 29 Mar. 2024
After months receiving treatment at four East Coast facilities, 34 sea turtles re-entered the wild with a splash Wednesday.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024
This tonal look works exceptionally well on traditional-style homes where a bright splash of color might look out of place.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2024
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“Splash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/splash. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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splash
1 of 2 verb1
a
: to cause (something liquid or sloppy) to move and scatter roughly
splash water
b
: to wet, soil, or stain by spattering with something liquid or sloppy
splashed by a passing car
2
: to move or strike with a splashing sound
splash through a puddle
a brook splashing over rocks
3
: to spread or scatter like a splashed liquid
the sunset splashed the sky with red
splasher
noun
splash
2 of 2 noun1
a
: splashed material
b
: a spot or smear from or as if from splashed liquid
2
: the sound or action of splashing
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