WATERLOG Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

waterlog

verb

ˈwȯ-tər-ˌlȯg

Definition of waterlog

as in to wet

to make wet the wood was too waterlogged by the downpour to be used for a fire

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Recent Examples of waterlog Working one at a time, hold slices of bread under running water very briefly to soften (be careful not to waterlog or make soggy). — Bon Appetit, 19 Aug. 2017

Recent Examples of Synonyms for waterlog

Verb

The Bluff offers a gorgeous view of a section of the Tanana River and the surrounding boglands, ranging from permafrost forests to wet fens to bogs.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
Crumble up and wet a small piece, then gently rub it over spots and stains.

— Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 13 Sep. 2026

Definition of wet

Verb

The only additional water usage for this collection comes in a single rinse wash given by Triarchy before the finished product ships so that the consumer doesn’t have to wash before wearing.

— Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
To kill lice or eggs that have jumped to surfaces, wash all clothing, bedding, head wear and toys that came in contact with the child’s head in the past two days in hot water and dry them on high heat.

— Emily J. C. Wong, The Conversation, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of wash

Verb

To make way for what will be the third reservoir to serve the canal, an area of more than 11,000 acres that is currently home to schools, churches, farms and cemeteries will have to be flooded and at least 1,600 residents re-homed.

— Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026
In the post-George Floyd era, some young adults have been reluctant to become police officers compared to the days when departments were flooded with applications from eager jobseekers.

— Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of flood

Verb

Runoff from construction and development is one of the biggest threats to water quality in Orange County.

— Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026
After soaking, Funk says to plant immediately, water the soil thoroughly, and ensure the plant doesn’t experience additional drought stress.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 9 Oct. 2026