O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

drenching

/drɛnʃɪŋ/ verb · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does drenching mean?

verb

To soak or saturate thoroughly with liquid, often to the point of being dripping wet. To overwhelm or flood with a strong emotion or sensation.

Example

"The heavy rain drenched the streets, making them impassable."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for drenching

Antonyms of drenching

Rhymes with drenching

Etymologically related