Oceanographic Processes

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a flowing back or return

adjective flowing back or returning

  • The refluent flow of the river created a mesmerizing sight.
  • I love watching the water's refluent movement in the stream.
  • Dude, that refluent wave was epic!
  • Her emotions were like a refluent tide, ebbing and flowing unpredictably.

verb to become less intense, severe, or prominent; to decrease or diminish in strength or intensity

  • The floodwaters were slowly subsiding, allowing residents to return to their homes.
  • After the storm, the rain is finally subsiding and the sun is coming out.
  • I can't believe how quickly my headache is subsiding after taking that pill.
  • As time passed, his anger towards the situation was subsiding, and he was able to think more rationally.