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Synonyms & Similar Words
waves
floods
surges
currents
flows
streams
rivers
oceans
seas
swells
billows
undulations
fluctuations
ebbs
flows
influxes
outflows
oscillations
pulsations
rhythms
cycles
patterns
movements
swings
shifts
changes
variations
alterations
transformations
vicissitudes
fluxes
turmoil
commotions
disturbances
upheavals
convulsions
Meaning of Tides
The primary meaning of the word "Tides" refers to the periodic rising and falling of the sea level caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun.
Definitions
- The periodic rising and falling of the sea level caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun
- A current or flow of water, especially a strong one
- A period of time or a situation characterized by a particular trend or tendency
Etymology of Tides
The word "Tides" comes from Old English "tīd", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "tīdiz", also meaning "time" or "season"
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe the periodic movements of the sea
Over time, the word has also taken on metaphorical meanings, such as a period of time or a situation characterized by a particular trend or tendency
Example Uses
- The beach was flooded during the high tide.
- The company is experiencing a tide of new orders after the product launch.
- The tide of public opinion is shifting in favor of the new policy.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
low waters
stillness
calmness
tranquility
serenity
peacefulness
stability
steadiness
consistency
uniformity
stagnation
dormancy
inactivity
inertness
sluggishness
lethargy
apathy
indifference
stagnation
repose
quiescence
dormancy