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a·float
 afloat
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- pronunciation:
flot
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective & adverb |
| definition 1: |
on the water; floating.
The boat was damaged but it was still afloat.- antonyms:
- aground
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| definition 2: |
flooded with water or other liquid.
The streets were afloat after the storm. |
| definition 3: |
floating on a boat or other vessel.
Once he was afloat, he began to get seasick. |
| definition 4: |
moving without guidance; drifting.
The boat had pulled away from its mooring and was now afloat. |
| definition 5: |
in circulation.
There was a story afloat about the actor's love affair. |
| definition 6: |
in operation; avoiding collapse.
Everyone wondered how the company managed to stay afloat during the hard times. |
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