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The rainstorm made puddles on the sidewalk.
What does Rainstorm mean?
A rainstorm is a storm with rain.
Dictionary definition
A storm with heavy rain.
Example sentences
Rainstorm in a sentence
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We moved recess indoors because a rainstorm was coming.
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The story used a sudden rainstorm to change the mood from calm to tense.
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What does rainstorm mean?
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Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to rainstorm?
Storm is close to rainstorm in this main meaning.
Practice 3
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: The ____ made puddles on the sidewalk.
Rainstorm best completes the sentence.
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Rainstorm
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rayn · storm · strongest beat: rayn
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WordRainstorm.
Partnoun.
MeaningRainstorm means A rainstorm is a storm with rain.
ExampleExample: The rainstorm made puddles on the sidewalk.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- rayn · storm
- Strongest beat
- rayn
- Ending
- storm
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on rayn.
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Synonyms
Words like Rainstorm
Antonyms
Opposite words
clear weatherA contrast for weather without a storm.
sunshineA contrast for bright weather without rain.
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Word family
Rainstorm word family
Base word
rainstorm
noun
rainstorms
More than one storm with rain.
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