SHOWER Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

shower 1 of 2

noun

ˈshau̇(-ə)r

Definition of shower

as in rain

a heavy fall of objects a shower of books fell from the collapsing shelves

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as in barrage

a rapid or overwhelming outpouring of many things at once a shower of insults and curses rained down on the criminal as he was led through the crowd

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shower

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verb

as in to lavish

to give readily and in large quantities showered gifts on the guests of honor

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Recent Examples of shower

Noun

Unbounder also includes a drop-down privacy tent mounted to the rear wall for use as a shower, changing room and toilet tent. — New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026 The brand, which specializes in filtering shower heads, is on track to double year-on-year growth to hit £20 million in revenue by the end of 2026. — Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026

Verb

If exposure occurs, it is recommended to shower or rinse the affected area. — Karma Sabbah, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 The upper deck, meanwhile, is just for the owner’s, with a suite that has a study, a dressing room, and a bathroom with a double sink and shower—and, of course, stunning views of the ocean. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shower

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shower

Noun

Monday is expected to stay dry, with temperatures around 78 degrees, before a cold front brings the area’s next chance of rain, 20% to 40%, Monday night, the weather service said.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026
The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory Thursday as rain and king tides are forecast to soak South Florida.

— Miami Herald Staff Report, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of rain

Noun

The Kremlin’s barrage hit a bridge and ambulance station, while Kyiv reportedly fired upwards of 600 drones on the Moscow region alone.

— Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026
The storm on Wednesday that may have spawned a tornado was one in a barrage of strong storms across Southern California this week that caused localized flooding, strong rains and high winds, including a swift-water rescue in Los Angeles.

— Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of barrage

Verb

The tech lobby — currently led by ginormous AI companies — has emerged as the largest source of campaign contributions in US history, lavishing tens of millions of dollars on both for Democrats and Republicans alike.

— Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 15 Oct. 2026
The two governors, who mended fences after clashing over last year’s Proposition 50 redistricting campaign, lavished praise on each other for their climate bona fides.

— Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of lavish

Noun

While the severe storm threat is less today, some storms Sunday afternoon and evening could be strong enough to produce gusty winds, isolated large hail and possible tornadoes.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
Arizona saw baseball-sized hail and a possible tornado that injured at least one person Wednesday evening.

— Ava Berger, NPR, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of hail

Noun

The interview in The Bookman had inaugurated what turned into a flurry of correspondence with his old clerk in the spring of 1892.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026
Despite a flurry of beauty M&A activity in 2025 — a record 384 deals globally, to be specific — average deal value is on the decline.

— Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of flurry

Verb

Its stainless steel body can last for years of making pour-over coffee every morning or evening cups of hot tea, and the kettle also comes in handy to boil water fast for everyday recipes.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2026
Following the news of the deputy's death, condolences from law enforcement agencies and city leaders began pouring in on Wednesday.

— Briauna Brown, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of pour

Verb

The Ukrainian leader has pleaded with Washington to supply more Patriot air-defense ammunition to stop the missiles, and to heap more sanctions on Russia to pressure Moscow to pursue peace.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2026
The Ukrainian leader has pleaded with Washington to supply more Patriot air defense ammunition to stop the ballistic missiles, and to heap more sanctions on Russia to pressure Moscow to pursue peace.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026