Synonyms for squall

Grammar : Noun

Spell : skwawl

Phonetic Transcription : skwɔl

Top 10 synonyms for squall

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Définition of squall

Origin : "sudden, violent gust of wind," 1719, originally nautical, probably from a Scandinavian source (cf. Norwegian skval "sudden rush of water," Swedish skvala "to gush, pour down"), probably ultimately a derivative of squall (v.).

noun blast
noun disturbance

Example sentences :

By this time the squall had passed, and it lightened up a little.
Extract from : « Ned Myers » by James Fenimore Cooper

The instant I was aware there was a squall, I sprang for the jib-sheet.
Extract from : « Ned Myers » by James Fenimore Cooper

The last commands were roars at the horse, for, at that moment, the squall struck.
Extract from : « Fair Harbor » by Joseph Crosby Lincoln

So the swoop of the squall took them completely by surprise.
Extract from : « Fair Harbor » by Joseph Crosby Lincoln

In fact, the squall struck before I was abreast the Colton place.
Extract from : « The Rise of Roscoe Paine » by Joseph C. Lincoln

But when I got round to the other side of the island the squall broke in rain and wind.
Extract from : « A Set of Six » by Joseph Conrad

The brig may get a lot of sternway on her should this squall not strike her fairly.
Extract from : « The Rescue » by Joseph Conrad

If I cut adrift in a squall, I stand a pretty fair chance not to see you again.
Extract from : « The Rescue » by Joseph Conrad

Running in, in a squall, we got into 3¼ fathom, where we anchored.
Extract from : « The Expedition to Borneo of H.M.S. Dido » by Henry Keppel

He does nothin' but squall so that my head air a bustin' the hours through.
Extract from : « Tess of the Storm Country » by Grace Miller White

Antonyms for squall

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