Meaning & Definition of word "Splashed"

Splashed

/splæʃt/

verb:

  • 1. to scatter or splash liquid (usually water) in various directions
    • Example: The kids splashed in the puddles after the rain.
  • 2. to mark or color with a splash or a series of splashes
    • Example: She splashed paint across the canvas to create an abstract design.
  • 3. to make a sudden or noticeable appearance
    • Example: The news of the promotion splashed across the headlines.

Etymology

Middle English splassen, of uncertain origin; possibly imitative.

Common Phrases and Expressions

splashed with color:

vividly decorated or designed with bright colors

splash of color:

a small but noticeable amount of color added for interest

splash out:

to spend money extravagantly

Related Words

splash:

an act of scattering liquid.

splatter:

to scatter liquid in drops or spots.

Slang Meanings of splashed

Meaning: to show off

Example Sentence: He's splashed his new watch in front of everyone.

Meaning: to spend money lavishly

Example Sentence: She likes to splash on luxury vacations.