CEFR B2

cascade

noun

Meaning

A small waterfall, typically one of several that fall in stages down a steep rocky slope.

Examples

The hikers stopped to admire the picturesque cascade after their long climb.
A gentle cascade of water flowed from the fountain into the pool.

Synonyms: waterfall, rapids, downpour, deluge

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cascade (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /kæˈskeɪd/

Definition

A small waterfall, typically one of several that fall in stages down a steep rocky slope.

Examples

The hikers stopped to admire the picturesque cascade after their long climb.
A gentle cascade of water flowed from the fountain into the pool.
The sound of the cascade echoed through the quiet forest.

How to Use cascade

cascade down (prepositional phrase): To fall or flow downwards in stages. — "Water cascaded down the mountainside."
cascade of (prepositional phrase): A large number of similar things happening in quick succession. — "He received a cascade of compliments."

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