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douse Antonyms

Opposite of douse

Because the opposite of douse shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To pour a liquid over something; to drench or soak thoroughly.

Usage Example

"The chef decided to dry the roasted vegetables in olive oil before serving."

Strongest
dry
Strong
parch
dehydrate

• verb (Context 2)

To extinguish or put out (a fire or light).

Usage Example

"Be sure to ignite the campfire completely before heading into your tent for the night."

Strongest
ignite
light
kindle

• verb (Context 3)

To lower or slacken (a sail) quickly (in nautical usage).

Usage Example

"The captain ordered the crew to hoist the topsail as the squall approached."

Strongest
hoist
raise

Similar words to douse

Words similar to douse shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

extinguish
put out
drench
soak
drenching
quench
soaking
strike
See all synonyms of douse

• Nearby Words

doughy
dour
dourly
douse
doux
dove
dover

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Douse. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/douse
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