Weather Vocabulary

adjective having a cold, icy, or frigid quality

• The patient presented with symptoms of algid shock.
• She was shivering uncontrollably in the algid weather.
• I hate this algid weather, it's freezing outside!
• His algid demeanor made it clear he was not in the mood to talk.

verb to cause confusion or make something unclear

• The complex legal jargon tends to befog many individuals during court proceedings.
• I'm sorry, your explanation is befogging me. Can you simplify it?
• The new tax laws really befogged me. I have no idea how to file my taxes now.
• Her emotions were so overwhelming that they seemed to befog her rational thinking.

noun a continuous attack with bombs or artillery

verb to attack continuously with bombs or artillery fire

• The media decided to bombard the public with updates on the political scandal.
• My inbox is constantly being bombarded with spam emails.
• The kids love to bombard each other with water balloons in the summer.
• After a long day of work, I feel like my brain is being bombarded with information.

verb to change from a liquid to a solid state, typically as a result of cooling

• The liquid started to congeal as it cooled down.
• I left the soup out too long and now it's congealed.
• Don't leave that pudding out or it'll congeal into a sticky mess.
• The tension in the room seemed to congeal into a palpable sense of unease.

adjective abundant in supply or quantity

• The researcher collected copious amounts of data for the study.
• She has a copious collection of shoes in her closet.
• I drank a copious amount of coffee to stay awake during the exam.
• Her copious laughter filled the room with joy.

noun a visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere, typically high above the ground

adjective having little or no light, difficult to see through

• The dark cloud overhead indicated that a storm was approaching.
• I knew it was going to rain when I saw that dark cloud.
• When I saw that dark cloud, I knew it was about to pour.
• The dark cloud of uncertainty hung over their relationship.

verb to make or become dark or darker in color

adjective having a dark or dim color

• As the sun set, the room darkened and the guests started to leave.
• I couldn't see anything in the darkened room, so I turned on the light.
• The mood darkened when he walked into the party.
• Her mood darkened as she thought about the upcoming deadline.

noun the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise

verb to begin to grow light as the sun rises

• The first light of dawn illuminated the horizon.
• Let's catch the sunrise at dawn tomorrow.
• We partied until dawn and had a blast.
• As the new era dawned, opportunities for growth emerged.

verb past tense of depress

adjective feeling of severe despondency and dejection

• The patient has been diagnosed with clinical depression and is feeling very depressed.
• I've been feeling really down and depressed lately.
• She's been feeling super bummed out and depressed about the breakup.
• The dark clouds of depression loomed over him, casting a shadow on his every move.

noun a sudden and heavy rainstorm

• The downpour last night caused flooding in several areas of the city.
• I got caught in a downpour on my way home from work.
• The downpour was so heavy, it was like buckets of water being poured from the sky.
• Her tears fell like a downpour as she listened to the sad news.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

• After getting caught in the rain, she arrived at the meeting dripping wet.
• I got caught in the storm and came home dripping wet.
• We went swimming in the lake and came out dripping wet.
• His words left her feeling emotionally dripping wet with sadness.

noun a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water

• The prolonged drought has caused a severe water shortage in the region.
• Man, this drought is really messing up our crops.
• We're in the middle of a major drought, it sucks.
• Her creativity seemed to be in a drought, as she struggled to come up with new ideas.

verb verb shows an action or a state of being, in this case 'dry' can also be a verb meaning to remove moisture from something

adjective adjective describes a noun or pronoun, in this case 'dry' describes something that lacks moisture or is not wet

• The desert climate is known for its consistently dry conditions.
• Make sure to hang your clothes outside to dry in the sun.
• I forgot my umbrella and got completely soaked in the rain, now I'm all dry.
• His sense of humor was so dry, it left everyone in the room laughing.

verb to descend from a higher to a lower level, typically rapidly and without control

• The hiker fell down the steep cliff and injured his leg.
• I can't believe I fell for his trick again!
• She totally fell for his smooth talk.
• After the breakup, she fell into a deep depression.

noun a small, thin piece of something, especially if it has broken off or come away from a larger piece

verb to break or come away in small pieces

• The snowflake landed gently on the ground.
• I can't believe she flaked on our plans again.
• Don't be such a flake, just do what you said you would.
• His commitment to the project was as flaky as a pastry crust.

noun a thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface which limits visibility

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• The dense fog made driving conditions hazardous on the highway.
• I can't see anything in this fog, it's so thick!
• The fog is as thick as pea soup out there!
• The fog of confusion clouded his judgment in making a decision.

noun small pellets of ice that fall from the sky like rain

verb to greet or acclaim enthusiastically

• The farmers were worried about the potential damage to their crops from the hail storm.
• We had to pull over on the highway because the hail was coming down so hard.
• I can't believe how much hail we got last night, it was crazy!
• The CEO's new policy was met with a hail of criticism from employees.

verb to delay or postpone something

adverb in a manner that delays or postpones something

• The company decided to hold off on making any major decisions until they had more information.
• Let's hold off on going to the beach until the weather clears up.
• I think we should hold off on buying those concert tickets until we know for sure we can go.
• Sometimes it's best to hold off on expressing your feelings until you've had time to think things through.

noun a long, loud, mournful cry or sound

verb to make a long, loud, mournful cry or sound

• The wind made the wolves howl in the distance.
• I heard the wolves howl last night while camping.
• The party was so loud, it made me want to howl!
• The singer's voice was so powerful, it made the audience howl with delight.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The presence of pollutants in the air poses a threat to public health.
• I love the smell of fresh bread baking in the air.
• There's a feeling of excitement in the air as the concert approaches.
• With tensions rising, you could feel the anger in the air between the two parties.

adjective showing strong feeling or great concentration; extreme

• The intense debate among the scholars lasted for hours.
• The movie was so intense, I couldn't look away.
• The workout was super intense, but I feel great now.
• The intense emotions swirling within her made it hard to think clearly.

adverb occurring at irregular intervals; not continuously or steadily

• The power supply was intermittently failing, causing disruptions in the system.
• The internet connection keeps dropping intermittently, it's so frustrating.
• My phone battery dies intermittently, I need to get it checked.
• Her emotions were like a flickering flame, burning intermittently before fading away.

verb to appear as a vague form in the distance; to seem imminent or about to happen

• The deadline for the project is looming, so we need to work efficiently to meet it.
• I can't believe the exam is looming already, I haven't even started studying!
• The party is looming this weekend, it's going to be lit!
• The dark clouds looming overhead foreshadowed an impending storm.

noun a temporary state of mind or feeling

adjective indicating the prevailing atmosphere or feeling

• The music at the event helped set a joyful mood for the guests.
• I'm in such a good mood today, let's go out and celebrate!
• I can't believe she's in such a bad mood, must be that time of the month.
• The dark clouds looming overhead matched his somber mood perfectly.

adjective describing a humid or stuffy atmosphere

• The weather forecast predicts a muggy day with high humidity levels.
• It's so muggy outside, I feel like I'm swimming through the air.
• I can't stand this muggy weather, it's making me sweat buckets.
• The atmosphere in the room was so tense, it felt muggy with unspoken words hanging in the air.

verb to make unclear or difficult to perceive

adjective not clear or easy to understand

• The view of the mountains was obscured by thick fog.
• I couldn't see the road ahead because it was obscured by trees.
• The truth is often obscured by rumors and gossip.
• Her true intentions were obscured by her friendly demeanor.

noun the near or foreseeable future

• There are rumors of a new project in the offing.
• I heard there's something big in the offing.
• There's a party in the offing this weekend.
• With the storm clouds in the offing, we knew trouble was coming.

noun something that is approaching or coming closer

adjective approaching or coming closer in a specific direction

• The driver quickly swerved to avoid the oncoming traffic.
• I saw the oncoming car and had to brake suddenly.
• I almost got hit by that oncoming vehicle!
• The team prepared for the oncoming challenges with determination.

noun the sound made by a series of light, quick taps or beats

verb to make a series of light, quick taps or beats

• The pitter patter of raindrops could be heard on the roof.
• I love falling asleep to the pitter patter of rain outside.
• The pitter patter of little feet running around the house is music to my ears.
• Her heart skipped a beat at the pitter patter of footsteps behind her.

verb to fall or drop straight down at a high speed

adjective describing something that is rapidly decreasing or falling quickly

• The stock prices are plummeting due to the recent economic downturn.
• I heard that sales are plummeting at the new store in town.
• The temperature is plummeting outside, better bundle up!
• Her confidence was plummeting after receiving harsh criticism.

noun rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground

• The meteorologist predicted heavy precipitation in the region.
• They said it's going to rain cats and dogs today.
• I heard there's gonna be a downpour later.
• The sudden outpouring of emotions was like a precipitation of pent-up feelings.

adjective describing the act of being dominant or most common in a particular situation

• The prevailing economic conditions indicate a slowdown in growth.
• The prevailing opinion seems to be in favor of the new policy.
• The prevailing vibe at the party was pretty chill.
• Despite the prevailing darkness, there is always a glimmer of hope.

adjective produced or existing in large quantities

adverb in large amounts; abundantly

• The patient was sweating profusely due to the high fever.
• She was apologizing profusely for spilling the drink on the carpet.
• He was crying profusely after watching the sad movie.
• The author's words flowed profusely, painting a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

noun water that falls from the sky in droplets

verb to fall as rain

• The forecast predicts heavy rain for the next few days.
• I heard it's going to rain all weekend.
• Let's stay in and watch movies, it's raining cats and dogs outside.
• Her tears fell like rain as she listened to the sad news.

noun a storm with heavy rain

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• The rainstorm caused flooding in several low-lying areas.
• I got caught in a massive rainstorm on my way home.
• That rainstorm was a real doozy, wasn't it?
• Her anger was like a rainstorm, sudden and intense.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'ray' and 'sunshine' are both nouns.

preposition A word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. In this case, 'of' is a preposition.

• She was like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day, always bringing positivity wherever she went.
• My best friend is a real ray of sunshine, always making me laugh and brightening my day.
• That new puppy of yours is a total ray of sunshine, bringing so much joy and energy into your life.
• His kind words were like a ray of sunshine in the midst of my dark thoughts.

noun a period of dominance or control

verb to be predominant or prevalent

• The monarch's reign has been marked by peace and prosperity.
• Her reign as class president was full of fun events and activities.
• His reign as the top dog in the company didn't last long.
• The artist's reign as the master of abstract art continues to inspire others.

noun a full, deep, prolonged cry uttered by a lion or other large wild animal

verb to make a full, deep, prolonged cry uttered by a lion or other large wild animal

• The lion let out a deafening roar as it asserted its dominance.
• We could hear the roar of the crowd from miles away.
• That concert was so lit, the crowd's roar was insane!
• The roar of the ocean waves filled her with a sense of peace and tranquility.

adjective characterized by turbulence or agitation; muddy or cloudy from stirring up sediment

• The roily waters of the river made it difficult for the boats to navigate.
• I wouldn't swim in that roily river, it looks too dangerous.
• The roily weather is really messing up our plans for the day.
• Her emotions were roily, making it hard for her to make a clear decision.

noun a continuous deep, resonant sound

verb to make a continuous deep, resonant sound

• The rumble of thunder could be heard in the distance.
• I could feel the ground rumble as the train passed by.
• The party was so loud, you could feel the floor rumble!
• The anticipation of the upcoming election caused a political rumble among the citizens.

adjective having a small or insufficient amount; meager or minimal

• Her scanty knowledge of the subject was evident during the presentation.
• I only have scanty details about the event, but I'll try to fill you in.
• I can't believe you're wearing such a scanty outfit to the party!
• The evidence against him was scanty at best, but they still decided to press charges.

noun a period of the year characterized by particular conditions of weather, temperature, etc., and marked by certain events, activities, etc.

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• The rainy season in this region typically lasts from June to September.
• I love the holiday season because of all the festive decorations.
• I can't wait for cuffing season to start so I can find a winter cuddle buddy.
• She was in the season of her life where everything seemed to fall into place.

noun a state of intense but suppressed anger

verb to be filled with intense but suppressed anger

• The diplomat tried to maintain his composure, but underneath he could feel himself seethe with anger.
• I could see her seethe with jealousy as she watched her ex-boyfriend with his new girlfriend.
• He was seething with rage after his team lost the championship game.
• The volcano continued to seethe with activity, threatening to erupt at any moment.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

• The children were raised in a sheltered environment, away from the dangers of the city.
• She's a bit sheltered, she doesn't know much about the real world.
• He's so sheltered, he's never even been to a party.
• His sheltered upbringing left him unprepared for the harsh realities of life.

noun a trembling or quivering movement

verb to shake slightly because of cold, fear, or excitement

• The cold wind made her shiver as she walked home from work.
• I always shiver when I watch scary movies.
• That horror movie had me shivering in my boots!
• The thought of public speaking makes me shiver with fear.

adjective having a dark or dull color; gloomy or somber in mood or tone

• The funeral was a sombre affair, with everyone dressed in black and speaking in hushed tones.
• After receiving the bad news, the mood in the room became sombre as everyone processed the information.
• The atmosphere at the party was so sombre, it was like a real downer, man.
• The sombre clouds overhead matched my mood as I walked home alone.

noun the act of soaking something thoroughly in liquid

adjective soaked with liquid; thoroughly wet

• After being caught in the rain, her clothes were sopping wet.
• I forgot my umbrella and ended up sopping wet from the storm.
• I spilled my drink and now my shirt is sopping.
• The emotional speech left the audience sopping with tears.

noun a sudden violent gust of wind or a localized storm, especially one bringing rain, snow, or sleet

verb to cry out noisily and continuously

• The ship navigated through the squall with expert precision.
• We got caught in a squall while out on the boat.
• That squall came out of nowhere and soaked us all!
• Emotions can often hit us like a sudden squall, overwhelming and intense.

verb to move very quickly in a specified direction

adjective having long, thin lines or marks of a different color from the background

• The artist streaked the canvas with bold strokes of color.
• She streaked her hair with highlights for a fresh new look.
• He streaked across the finish line in record time.
• The sky streaked with shades of pink as the sun set.

noun a shelter or protection from something dangerous or harmful

verb to seek shelter or protection from something dangerous or harmful

• In case of an emergency, it is advisable to take cover in a designated safe area.
• When the storm hits, we should take cover in the basement.
• Dude, that fight was getting out of hand, we had to take cover behind the bar.
• When faced with criticism, she tends to take cover behind a wall of defensiveness.

noun a large number of something; a multitude

verb to be full of or swarming with

• The river teems with a variety of fish species.
• The market is always teeming with people on weekends.
• The party was teeming with cool people.
• Her mind teems with creative ideas.

adjective characterized by strong and turbulent or conflicting emotions

• The tempestuous weather caused delays in the flight schedule.
• Their tempestuous relationship was the talk of the town.
• I can't believe how tempestuous the party got last night!
• His tempestuous emotions were like a storm brewing inside him.

noun a large, dense, and towering cloud associated with thunderstorms and lightning

• The dark thunderclouds gathered on the horizon, signaling an approaching storm.
• Wow, those thunderclouds look really ominous. Looks like we're in for some rain.
• Man, those thunderclouds are looking pretty angry. Better grab an umbrella.
• Her mood was like a thundercloud, dark and brooding, ready to burst at any moment.

noun a storm with thunder and lightning, typically also with heavy rain or hail

• The meteorologist warned of a severe thunderstorm approaching the area.
• I heard there's a big thunderstorm coming our way.
• Dude, that thunderstorm was insane last night!
• The political debate was like a thunderstorm, with heated arguments and tension in the air.

noun a situation where something is removed or cleaned by washing

verb to remove or clean something by washing

• The heavy rain caused a wash out of the dirt road, making it impassable.
• I had to cancel the picnic because of the wash out from last night's storm.
• The party was a total wash out, nobody showed up.
• His hopes of winning the championship were washed out after his injury.

adjective describing something that contains or is full of water

• The soup had a watery consistency, indicating it was not cooked properly.
• I don't like watery drinks, they taste diluted.
• That smoothie was so watery, it was like drinking flavored water.
• Her eyes were watery with emotion as she listened to the heartfelt speech.

noun a rapid turning movement

verb to rotate or spin quickly

• The wind caused a whirl of leaves to dance in the air.
• I saw a whirl of activity at the shopping mall yesterday.
• The party was a whirl of fun and excitement.
• Her thoughts were in a whirl as she tried to make sense of the situation.

noun a thin or delicate strand or fragment, as of smoke or cloud

verb There are no applicable parts of speech other than noun for the word 'wisp'.

• A wisp of smoke rose from the chimney of the old cottage.
• I saw a wisp of hair sticking out from under her hat.
• He's just a wisp of a guy, always getting pushed around.
• The memory of her laughter lingered like a wisp in the air.

noun the time of day when the sun is highest in the sky; midday

• The workers took a break for nooning before resuming their tasks in the afternoon.
• Let's grab some lunch and enjoy a nice nooning break in the park.
• Hey, wanna chill and have a nooning sesh at my place later?
• The calmness of the nooning sky reflected the peace in her heart.

adjective describing someone or something that is without a coat

• The man walked through the snow coatless, shivering from the cold.
• She showed up to the party coatless and ended up borrowing a jacket from a friend.
• I can't believe you went out coatless in this weather, you're going to freeze!
• The politician entered the debate coatless, unprepared for the tough questions ahead.

adjective describing a place or period with no rain

• The region experienced a rainless summer, causing drought conditions.
• We're in for a rainless week according to the weather forecast.
• I'm hoping for a rainless day so I can have a picnic in the park.
• His speech was like a rainless desert, lacking any substance or depth.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb by providing information on how, when, where, or to what extent an action is done

• The bread became soggily after being left out in the rain.
• I hate when my cereal gets soggily from sitting in milk too long.
• The chips were soggily from being in the bag for too long.
• Her spirits felt soggily after receiving the bad news.

noun a strong wind or gale

• The hoolie that swept through the town caused extensive damage to buildings and trees.
• We had to cancel our picnic because of the hoolie that came out of nowhere.
• I can't believe you went out in that hoolie without a jacket!
• Her laughter echoed through the room like a hoolie, filling it with joy.

noun Hooley/hoolie is a slang term for a wild party or a noisy commotion.

verb To blow a hooley/hoolie is a colloquial expression meaning to make a lot of noise or cause a disturbance.

article The article 'a' is used before the noun 'hooley/hoolie' to indicate a singular, unspecified instance of the activity.

• The meteorologist warned of strong winds that could potentially blow a hoolie through the region.
• I heard it's going to blow a hooley tonight, better batten down the hatches!
• It's really blowing a hoolie out there, I can hardly keep my hat on!
• The argument between the two politicians was so intense, it felt like they were trying to blow a hooley with their words.

adjective having the ability to blow or be blown by the wind

adverb in a manner that allows for blowing or being blown by the wind

• The gentle breeze was ableeze with the scent of flowers.
• I love sitting outside when the air is ableeze.
• The wind was ableeze, making it a perfect day for a picnic.
• Her words were ableeze with kindness and understanding.

adjective A superlative form of the adjective 'airy', meaning having a light or airy quality, typically used to describe a place or atmosphere.

• The aeriest spot in the garden is the highest point where the wind blows the strongest.
• I love sitting in the aeriest part of the park where I can feel the breeze on my face.
• Let's go hang out in the aeriest corner of the rooftop where we can see the whole city.
• Her laughter was like the aeriest melody, filling the room with joy.

noun a period of time between noon and evening

adjective relating to or happening in the afternoon

• The meeting is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon.
• Let's grab a coffee in the afternoon.
• I'm just gonna chill this afternoon.
• The sun was sinking in the afternoon of his life.