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washout Synonyms

Another word for washout

Choosing another word for washout depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A disappointing failure, or a person or event that proves to be completely unsuccessful.

Usage Example

"Despite months of expensive marketing, the new product launch turned out to be a total failure."

Strongest
failure
fiasco
flop
Strong
dud
disaster
debacle
letdown
loser

• noun (Context 2)

An outdoor event, match, or activity that is ruined, interrupted, or canceled because of heavy rain.

Usage Example

"Persistent downpours all weekend made the annual summer music festival a complete rainout."

Strongest
rainout

• noun (Context 3)

A breach or erosion of a road, railway track, or earthen bank caused by a sudden, heavy flow of water.

Usage Example

"The mountain highway was closed for two weeks while crews repaired a massive erosion caused by the flash flood."

Strong
erosion
Weak
gully

Opposites of washout

The opposite of washout shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

success
triumph
winner
hit
See all opposites of washout

• Nearby Words

washington
washington dc
washingtonia
washout
washrag
washroom
washstand

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Washout. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/washout
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