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ripple

[rip-uhl] / ˈrɪp əl /
NOUN
wave; wrinkle
Synonyms
STRONG
billow breaker crest curl fold furrow line rippling rush surge swell tide undulation whitecap
VERB
wave
Synonyms
STRONG
coil curl flow fluctuate flutter motion oscillate palpitate pulsate quiver splash stir surge sway swell swish undulate vacillate vibrate
Antonyms
STRONG
be still leave alone remain stay

Example Sentences

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Flores is an example of how sky-rocketing fuel prices are having ripple effects throughout the economy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s an important narrative ripple that’s demoted to a thematic layer, but the film maintains its bite.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

The ripple effects of the energy crisis have been felt throughout the Morbi ecosystem.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

What will be the ripple effects of Rivian being able to sell its electric SUVs directly to consumers?

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

There is only white smoke visible inside the box, and it continues to ripple and undulate against the glass.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.