whitewater (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈwaɪtˌwɔːtər/

Definition

Water that is turbulent and frothy, especially as it flows rapidly over rocks or down a steep slope, as in a river or waterfall.

Examples

• The raft tipped over in the whitewater.

• Experienced rafters seek out challenging whitewater.

• The sound of the whitewater was deafening.

How to Use whitewater

whitewater rafting (collocation)

A recreational activity using an inflatable raft to navigate a river or other body of whitewater. — "They went whitewater rafting down the Colorado River."

whitewater kayaking (collocation)

The sport of paddling a kayak on rivers with turbulent water. — "She trained for years to compete in whitewater kayaking."

Synonyms of whitewater

Words with a similar meaning to whitewater:

• rapids
• foam
• churn

Antonyms of whitewater

Words with the opposite meaning to whitewater:

• calm water
• still water

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