tide
Plural
tides
1
the rise and fall of the sea level, which happens regularly, as a result of the attraction of the sun and moon
- Fishermen need to be aware of the tide schedule to ensure their boats are safely docked.
- High tide can flood low-lying coastal areas, leading to temporary inundation of the land.
- During low tide, the exposed seabed reveals various marine life and tidal pools.
- Tidal energy, generated from the movement of the tide, is a renewable source of power in some coastal regions.
2
something that fluctuates or changes in intensity
- There is a tide of enthusiasm for the new project.
- Emotions rose and fell like a tide.
- Political support comes in tides.
- The tide of excitement among fans was palpable.
- Interest in the show ebbs and flows like a tide.
3
a flowing stream or current, particularly in large bodies of water like oceans or seas
- The tide carried driftwood along the shore.
- Fishermen knew the direction of the tide would affect their catch.
- The tide moves in predictable patterns near the estuary.
- The tide swept the sandbar clean.
- Swimmers were warned about the strong tide.
Synonyms:
4
the general trend or movement in public opinion, social attitudes, or events
- A tide of support for the candidate developed overnight.
- The tide of protest swept across the country.
- Economic reform is riding a tide of popular approval.
- There is a tide of optimism about the new technology.
- Public sentiment shifts with the tide of the media.