Water Conservation Glossary

verb to form or display small waves or undulations on the surface

adjective having a wavy or undulating form or surface

• The sunlight rippled across the surface of the lake, creating a mesmerizing pattern.
• I love how the water ripples when you throw a pebble into the pond.
• The music was so good, it made my skin ripple with excitement.
• The news of the scandal rippled through the entire company, causing chaos and uncertainty.

noun a state or situation in which something needed cannot be obtained in sufficient amounts

• The company faced a shortage of raw materials due to supply chain disruptions.
• There's a shortage of parking spaces near the mall, so we might have to park further away.
• I heard there's a shortage of snacks in the break room, so grab some while you can.
• Her constant need for attention stems from a shortage of love and validation in her childhood.