Drenched

Drenched refers to a state of being thoroughly soaked with liquid, typically water. It implies a level of saturation significantly beyond damp or wet, suggesting that the object or person is permeated with the liquid. The term is often used to describe a state achieved by heavy rainfall, immersion in water, or exposure to a large quantity of liquid being poured or sprayed.

The degree of saturation implied by "drenched" can range from partially to completely soaked, but it consistently suggests a significant quantity of liquid has permeated the subject. Figuratively, "drenched" can also be used to describe being overwhelmed with something, such as "drenched in sunlight" or "drenched in sadness." However, the primary and literal meaning always relates to extreme wetness.

Synonyms for "drenched" include soaked, saturated, steeped, and waterlogged. Antonyms include dry, arid, parched, and dehydrated. The term is commonly used in descriptive writing to convey the extent of wetness and its potential impact or feeling.