soaking (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊkɪŋ/

Definition

Extremely wet, often to the point of dripping.

Examples

• We got caught in the rain without umbrellas and were soaking by the time we got home.

• He came in from the garden, his clothes soaking wet from the sprinklers.

• The towels were still soaking from the last wash, so we couldn't use them.

How to Use soaking

soaking wet (collocation)

Completely wet. — "My new shoes are soaking wet from the rain."

soak in (phrasal verb)

To become fully absorbed or understood. — "Give the information time to soak in before you make a decision."

soak up (phrasal verb)

To absorb liquid or information; to enjoy an atmosphere. — "The sponge soaked up the spilled water. / Children love to soak up the sun at the beach."

Synonyms of soaking

Words with a similar meaning to soaking:

• wet
• damp
• sodden
• drenched

Antonyms of soaking

Words with the opposite meaning to soaking:

• dry
• arid

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