Pronunciation: /əˈfloʊt/
noun The condition of floating or being supported by water.
A1 The boat stayed afloat during the storm.
A2 The life jacket helped keep him afloat in the water.
B1 She managed to keep her business afloat despite the economic downturn.
B2 The company's financial strategies kept them afloat in the competitive market.
C1 The government's intervention was necessary to keep the economy afloat.
C2 The organization's innovative approach kept them afloat amidst industry disruptions.
adjective Floating on water; not sinking.
A1 The boat stayed afloat despite the rough waves.
A2 The swimmer managed to stay afloat by holding onto the buoy.
B1 The company struggled to stay afloat during the economic downturn.
B2 With careful budgeting, they were able to keep their business afloat.
C1 The government implemented policies to keep the economy afloat during the crisis.
C2 The organization's strategic investments helped them stay afloat in a competitive market.
adverb In a floating condition; buoyant.
A1 The boat stayed afloat in the calm waters.
A2 She managed to keep her business afloat during tough times.
B1 The company struggled to stay afloat after losing a major client.
B2 Despite the economic downturn, the small business managed to stay afloat.
C1 The government implemented measures to keep the economy afloat during the crisis.
C2 The organization implemented strategic changes to keep their operations afloat amidst fierce competition.
formal The company struggled to stay afloat during the economic downturn.
informal I'm just trying to keep my head above water and stay afloat.
slang I'm barely staying afloat with all this work piling up.
figurative His positive attitude helped him stay afloat in a sea of negativity.
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