Definitions

water table

NOUN

level of water

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aquifer water level

WEAK

artesian basin artesian spring sinkhole

Example Sentences

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Lowering the water table allows oxygen to enter the soil, speeding up microbial activity.

From Science Daily • Feb. 22, 2026

The Fed has said the cost overruns are due to part to unforeseen conditions like more asbestos than anticipated and a higher-than-expected water table.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 11, 2026

Those include asbestos, soil contamination, and a higher-than-expected water table.

From Barron's • Jan. 5, 2026

Drought periods bring the water table into the bedrock, which is later raised through significant rain.

From Slate • Oct. 17, 2025

The individual soul touches upon the world soul like a well reaches for the water table.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel