gale
noun | /gale/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
a very strong wind or a sudden gust
gale
noun | /gale/
Essential WordsMEDIUMa very strong wind or a sudden gust
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Synonyms
stormstrong windgale-force windtempest
Antonyms
calmtranquilitybreeze
Examples
"The gale overturned small boats in the harbour."
"Travel plans were delayed because of the gale."
Etymology
from Old Norse galinn “storm”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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