Gale

Meaning

a very strong wind; a wind of force 7 to 10 on the Beaufort scale

A very strong wind.

Example Sentences

The fishing boats returned to harbor early due to the approaching gale.

The ship struggled to stay afloat during the gale.

Example Expressions

gales of laughter

Synonyms

storm, tempest, squall, hurricane, blast, gust

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storm, tempest, squall, hurricane

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storm, tempest, squall, blast, gust

Antonyms

calm, stillness, breeze, gentle wind

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calm, stillness, breeze, gentle wind

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calm, breeze

Collocations

fierce gale, gale force winds, gale warning, strong gale, gales of laughter

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fierce gale, gale force winds, gale warning

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strong gale, gale force winds, gales of laughter