Watery Definition & Meaning

watery
adjective
  1. filled with water; "watery soil"
  2. wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears; "wiped his reeking neck"
  3. relating to or resembling or consisting of water; "a watery substance"; "a watery color"
  4. overly diluted; thin and insipid; "washy coffee"; "watery milk"; "weak tea"

"Watery" in song lyrics

See how watery is used in real songs:

  • "I got the right of way, weaponry or watery"
    Esoteric f/ Main Flow — Street Pay
  • "I'm a fly til I got ya, yo peoples eyes watery"
    B.G. (Baby Gangsta) f/ Juvenile, Lil' Wayne — Ride or Die
  • "Fortunately my music is never watery"
    Binary Star — Reality Check

Usage tips for "watery"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "watery" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for watery to find words that pair well.

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