Synonyms for tsunami
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A very large and destructive wave, generally caused by a tremendous disturbance in the ocean, such as an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption; often a series of waves (a wave train).
A tsunami struck Japan recently.
Related words
- Phrases
- ice tsunami
Forms
- Plural
- tsunamis
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| tsunami | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.