Ripple
/ˈrɪp.əl/
A ripple is a small wave that moves across the surface of water, like when you throw a stone into a pond and see the little waves spreading out.
Examples
- When I dropped a pebble into the pond, it created a ripple that spread across the water.
- As we watched the ducks swim, we noticed how their movements made small ripples on the lake.
- In science class, we learned about how a ripple can travel across a pool of water after someone jumps in.
Synonyms
wave
undulation
flutter
surge
motion
Antonyms
stillness
calm
flat
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