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Ripple

noun

/ˈrɪpəl/

Meaning

a small wave on the surface of water; a spreading effect or influence

to form or cause small waves on the surface of water or spread through like waves

The stone created ripples across the calm pond.

The wind rippled the surface of the pond.

a ripple effect

wave, undulation, effect, consequence, undulate, fluctuate, oscillate, ripple

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wave, undulation, effect, consequence

Entry 2

wave, undulate, fluctuate, oscillate, ripple

stillness, calm, smoothness, still

Entry 1

stillness, calm, smoothness

Entry 2

still, calm

ripple effect, water ripple, ripple through, ripple across, ripple of laughter

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ripple effect, water ripple, ripple through

Entry 2

ripple effect, ripple across, ripple through, ripple of laughter

To summarize and state again the main points of something.

to look quickly or secretly, especially through a narrow opening

to look steadily and intently at something

to have confidence in someone or something; to believe in reliability

to give money in exchange for goods or services

To deeply respect or admire someone or something.