backwashes
The word “backwashes” has 3 syllables: back-wash-es.
It's pronounced as /bækˈwɒʃɪz/.
What is synonym and antonym for backwashes?
In the thesaurus, “backwashes” has 7 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for backwashes along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for backwashes
- consequences
- effects
- outcomes
- precipitates
- products
- resultants
- results
Antonyms for backwashes
Meanings of backwashes
- noun
- The backward flow of water from oars or propeller or breaking waves.
- The similar flow of air from an aircraft engine.
- The result or consequence of an event; an aftermath.
- The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.
Example Sentences
- The strong current creates powerful backwashes along the riverbank.
- Ocean currents can generate unpredictable backwashes near rocky shores.
- Engineers installed barriers to minimize the impact of backwashes on the bridge's stability.
- After heavy rainfall, the drainage system struggles to handle the increased backwashes.
- Surfers must be cautious of dangerous backwashes when navigating coastal waters.
On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backwashes, such as: causes, consequences, considerations, effects, factors, occasions, outcomes.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.