Definitions

watered

[waw-terd, wot-erd] / ˈwɔ tərd, ˈwɒt ərd /

ADJECTIVE

given water

Synonyms

STRONG

bathed doused drenched flooded hosed irrigated quenched showered sprayed sprinkled washed wet wetted

Antonyms

WEAK

dry thirsty

ADJECTIVE

diluted

Synonyms

STRONG

adulterated cut lessened mixed thinned weakened

Antonyms

WEAK

dry thirsty

Example Sentences

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Switzerland watered down its proposed capital rules that aimed to keep the bank safe to align with international standards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

While these tariffs could be watered down given the backdrop of elevated energy prices, Tedford says he expects the Section 301 tariffs to be imposed in some form or another this summer.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Bass, who is facing renewed scrutiny after an analysis of the Palisades fire was watered down, did not immediately respond to a request for comment about Wednesday’s meeting.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

However, late on Monday reports said Liberal leader Sussan Ley had reached an agreement with the government on a watered down version.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

Seema’s eyes watered, but she slipped on her uniform.

From "Amal Unbound" by Aisha Saeed