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Tide (Noun)

Meaning 1

There are usually two high and two low tides each day.

Classification

Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.

Synonyms

  • Lunar Time Period

Hypernyms

  • Period
  • Period Of Time

Meaning 2

The periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Examples

  • The low tide exposed the hidden caves along the coastline, allowing visitors to explore them safely.
  • During high tide, the small island was almost completely submerged underwater.
  • The changing tide made it difficult for the fishermen to navigate their boats back to shore.
  • The gravitational pull of the moon causes the ocean's tide to rise and fall in a predictable pattern.
  • As the tide went out, the beachcombers began searching for interesting shells and sea glass.

Hypernyms

  • Recurrent Event

Hyponyms

  • Slack Tide
  • Highwater
  • Low Water
  • Rising Tide
  • Lee Tide
  • High Water
  • Flood

Related Words

  • Tide (verb)
  • Tidal (adjective)

Meaning 3

Something that may increase or decrease (like the tides of the sea); "a rising tide of popular interest".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Examples

  • A rising tide of discontent swept through the city as the economic crisis deepened.
  • The tide of public opinion shifted in favor of the new policy after the successful campaign.
  • There was a growing tide of support for the underdog team as they advanced in the tournament.
  • A falling tide of donations forced the charity to reevaluate its fundraising strategy.
  • The tide of immigration has ebbed and flowed over the years, influenced by various economic factors.

Hypernyms

  • Fluctuation

Related Words

  • Tide (verb)
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