SHOWER Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

shower 1 of 2

noun

ˈshau̇(-ə)r

Definition of shower

as in rain

a heavy fall of objects a shower of books fell from the collapsing shelves

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as in barrage

a rapid or overwhelming outpouring of many things at once a shower of insults and curses rained down on the criminal as he was led through the crowd

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shower

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verb

as in to lavish

to give readily and in large quantities showered gifts on the guests of honor

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Recent Examples of shower

Noun

There is an important trade-off — this isn't normally a prolific shower. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 2 Oct. 2026 Light showers will move into the Charlotte area early Saturday, then transition to a 90% chance of heavy rain and thunderstorms later in the day, forecasters say. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026

Verb

The primary bathroom is of particular note, featuring a marble freestanding tub and shower sheathed in swirling blue and white marble. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026 Rain and the threat of coastal flooding are expected to create a soggy stretch across South Florida as tropical moisture increases shower and storm chances through the end of the week. — Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shower

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shower

Noun

And Hawaii is enduring hurricane fatigue after Lala, Lowell and Nolo all swiped by the island chain with heavy rain and strong winds.

— Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
Where rain falls more frequently, there will be less petrichor because the aromatic compounds won’t have enough time to accumulate.

— Gregory Wakeman, Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of rain

Noun

The circumstances are objectively potent — but Udofia smothers them in such a barrage of cutesiness and self-conscious signalling that a wall rises between us and the play.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026
That, on top of a barrage of press from its cast (including, perhaps most notably, bonafide internet boyfriend Jack Innanen) seems to have worked.

— Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of barrage

Verb

At the same time, some states are also lavishing tax breaks on data centers that some say are both undeserved and ultimately, bad economics.

— Kevin Williams, CNBC, 26 Sep. 2026
When Russians discovered karaoke, thousands of venues sprang up, from cheap sushi joints to lavish establishments where an orchestra and backup singers accompanied anyone willing to step onto the stage and, for a few minutes, feel like a star.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of lavish

Noun

Two people were shot to death in a hail of gunfire and nearly three dozen others were injured at a homecoming weekend block party early Sunday morning in southern Georgia, according to state law enforcement officials.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026
The storms Thursday morning may also bring a risk of damaging wind gusts of up to 60 mph, as well as small hail and frequent lightning.

— Anthony Franze, San Antonio Express-News, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of hail

Noun

The turns came in a flurry as each of Green, Levine, and Clarkson had two spots to fill, and Latifah had one to give.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2026
This bold flurry is a stark contrast with Democratic leaders, who would like to start really shaping their agenda … after the midterm elections.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of flurry

Verb

As soon as the first few teaspoons of coffee drip out, pour them into a small stainless steel bell creamer (or small metal bowl) and add the sugar.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
That said, Gunn tried to pour cold water on the widespread theory that Adria Arjona will play Wonder Woman in the Superman sequel.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of pour

Verb

Per Johnson’s worldview, heaping more debt burdens on future taxpayers is a way to redress inequities rather than a necessary tool to maintain the city’s infrastructure.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
But the White House heaped the blame for the episode at Barr’s feet, while stopping short of calling for his firing.

— Matt Peterson, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2026