ripple Synonyms

ripple Meaning

Wordnet

ripple (n)

a small wave on the surface of a liquid

(electronics) an oscillation of small amplitude imposed on top of a steady value

Wordnet

ripple (v)

stir up (water) so as to form ripples

flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise

Webster

ripple (v.)

An implement, with teeth like those of a comb, for removing the seeds and seed vessels from flax, broom corn, etc.

Webster

ripple (v. t.)

To remove the seeds from (the stalks of flax, etc.), by means of a ripple.

Hence, to scratch or tear.

To fret or dimple, as the surface of running water; to cover with small waves or undulations; as, the breeze rippled the lake.

Webster

ripple (v. i.)

To become fretted or dimpled on the surface, as water when agitated or running over a rough bottom; to be covered with small waves or undulations, as a field of grain.

To make a sound as of water running gently over a rough bottom, or the breaking of ripples on the shore.

Webster

ripple (n.)

The fretting or dimpling of the surface, as of running water; little curling waves.

A little wave or undulation; a sound such as is made by little waves; as, a ripple of laughter.

a small wave on the surface of water or other liquids for which the driving force is not gravity, but surface tension.

the residual AC component in the DC current output from a rectifier, expressed as a percentage of the steady component of the current.

ripple Sentence Examples

  1. The gentle breeze sent ripples across the glassy lake, creating an enchanting shimmer.
  2. The ripples from the thrown pebble spread outward, disturbing the tranquil waters.
  3. The earthquake sent visible ripples through the ground, causing buildings to sway ominously.
  4. The impact of the meteorite created ripples in the planet's atmosphere, sending shockwaves across the globe.
  5. The news of the scandal sent ripples through the company, tarnishing its reputation.
  6. The ripple effect of this decision will have far-reaching consequences for the industry.
  7. A gentle smile spread across his face, creating ripples in the skin around his eyes.
  8. The ripples in the fabric hinted at the delicate craftsmanship of the garment.
  9. The ripples of laughter echoed through the hall, creating a joyful atmosphere.
  10. The ripples in the pond seemed to dance with the music, forming an enchanting spectacle.

FAQs About the word ripple

a small wave on the surface of a liquid, (electronics) an oscillation of small amplitude imposed on top of a steady value, stir up (water) so as to form ripples

splash, wash, trickle, bubble, lap, dribble, gurgle,swirl, plash, drip

stream,stream,run, pour, roll, pour, run, roll,

The gentle breeze sent ripples across the glassy lake, creating an enchanting shimmer.

The ripples from the thrown pebble spread outward, disturbing the tranquil waters.

The earthquake sent visible ripples through the ground, causing buildings to sway ominously.

The impact of the meteorite created ripples in the planet's atmosphere, sending shockwaves across the globe.