Capsize (Verb)
Meaning
Overturn accidentally; "Don't rock the boat or it will capsize!".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- As the waves crashed against the small sailboat, it began to capsize and the passengers had to jump into the water to escape.
- Don't rock the boat or it will capsize and we'll all get wet.
- The tourists struggled to regain balance but their canoe was destined to capsize in the turbulent river.
- Due to the intense winds, several boats started to capsize during the regatta, forcing a temporary halt in the competition.
- During the storm, the ferry nearly capsize as massive waves pounded against its hull, but the skilled crew managed to stabilize it.