Submerged: meaning, definitions and examples

Accidentally repeated word; use the entry for 'submerged' above.

Describes being fully covered by a liquid, typically water. It also frequently means being deeply involved or absorbed in something.

• He was completely immersed in the pool.
• She was so immersed in her book that she didn't hear the phone ring.

Used when water covers land or an area, especially when it happens suddenly and in large quantities. It can also describe an overwhelming amount of anything.

• The heavy rain caused the river to overflow, and the streets were flooded.
• My inbox is flooded with unanswered emails.

Use this word to describe something that is completely under water or another liquid. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something being deeply involved or overwhelmed.

• The submarine remained submerged for several hours.
• She felt submerged by the amount of work during the busy season.

This word can be used to describe anything that is out of sight or difficult to find, either intentionally or by nature. It can have a slightly secretive connotation.

• The treasure was hidden beneath the old oak tree.
• She kept her feelings hidden from everyone.

This word is often used to describe something that has been deliberately hidden from view, usually with effort or intention.

• The detective found a concealed weapon in the suspect's belongings.
• The artist concealed a special message within the painting.

This word is used when something is put over or on top of another thing to protect, hide, or decorate it. It doesn't imply the same level of deliberation or secrecy as 'concealed'.

• The table was covered with a beautiful cloth.
• When it started to rain, he covered himself with an umbrella.