flushed (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /flʌʃ/

Definition

To clean something by causing a large amount of water to flow through it; to flow or cause to flow suddenly and rapidly.

Examples

• The plumber will flush the pipes to remove any debris.

• He flushed the toilet after using it.

• The strong current flushed the debris downstream.

How to Use flushed

flush out (phrasal verb)

To force someone or something out of a place by using water or by making conditions unpleasant. — "The police tried to flush out the suspect from his hiding place."

flush with (prepositional phrase)

Level with a surface. — "The countertop is flush with the cabinets."

flush with (prepositional phrase)

Having a lot of something, especially money. — "He was flush with cash after selling his company."

Synonyms of flushed

Words with a similar meaning to flushed:

• rinse
• cleanse
• purge

Antonyms of flushed

Words with the opposite meaning to flushed:

• clog
• accumulate

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