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afloat

[əˈfləʊt]

afloat Definition

  • 1floating on the surface of water or another liquid
  • 2able to continue without difficulty or be successful despite financial problems

Using afloat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "afloat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The boat remained afloat despite the rough waves.

  • Example

    The company managed to stay afloat during the economic downturn.

  • Example

    She kept her business afloat by taking out a loan.

afloat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for afloat

Antonyms for afloat

Phrases with afloat

  • to manage to stay financially solvent or keep something from sinking or failing

    Example

    The small business was struggling, but they managed to keep afloat by cutting costs and increasing sales.

  • to begin a journey, especially by boat

    Example

    We set sail at dawn and arrived at the island by midday.

  • to continue doing something despite difficulties or opposition

    Example

    Despite setbacks, the team stayed the course and eventually won the championship.

Origins of afloat

from a- 'on' + float

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Summary: afloat in Brief

'Afloat' [əˈfləʊt] is an adjective that describes something floating on the surface of water or another liquid. It can also mean being able to continue without difficulty or be successful despite financial problems. Examples include 'The boat remained afloat despite the rough waves.' and 'The company managed to stay afloat during the economic downturn.' Phrases like 'keep afloat' and 'stay the course' use 'afloat' to denote staying financially solvent or continuing despite difficulties, respectively.

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