English Definition
v. to rest or move on the surface of a liquid without sinking
Significado en Español
flotar
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “float”:
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A
submerge
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B
plunge
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C
drift
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D
sink
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C — drift.
“float” means v. to rest or move on the surface of a liquid without sinking
Common questions about “float”
What does “float” mean?
float — v. to rest or move on the surface of a liquid without sinking. In Chinese: 漂浮.
How do you pronounce “float”?
float is pronounced /floʊt/. It breaks into 1 syllable: float.
Is “float” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. float appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
