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saltwater

[sawlt-waw-ter, -wot-er] / ˈsɔltˈwɔ tər, -ˈwɒt ər /
ADJECTIVE
marine
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aquatic coastal deep-sea maritime naval seagoing
STRONG
littoral nautical oceanic sea seafaring seashore seaside shore
WEAK
Neptunian abyssal hydrographic natatorial navigational ocean-going oceanographic pelagic
Antonyms
WEAK
freshwater
ADJECTIVE
marine/maritime
Synonyms
WEAK
Neptunian abyssal aquatic coastal deep-sea hydrographic littoral natatorial nautical naval navigational oceangoing oceanic oceanographic of the sea pelagic sea seafaring seagoing seashore seaside shore
ADJECTIVE
thalassic
Synonyms
WEAK
Neptunian abyssal aquatic coastal deep-sea hydrographic littoral maritime natatorial nautical naval navigational oceangoing oceanic oceanographic of the sea pelagic sea seafaring seagoing seashore seaside shore

Example Sentences

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If guests aren’t entertained enough with the indoor amenities, they can lounge at the 40-foot saltwater pool with solar heating.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Outside the abode, there is a saltwater infinity pool, which offers breathtaking views from the lounge chairs, and plenty of lush greenery.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

In this study, scientists used airborne electromagnetic surveys to measure electrical resistivity down to about 100 meters, allowing them to distinguish freshwater from saltwater, which conducts electricity more easily.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

“It is a moat with saltwater crocodiles, with sharks, and an even more dangerous species—lawyers.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

A metal Slinky, Silly Putty poppers, and a bag of saltwater taffy.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy