Capsize and Tip

Capsize

Capsize verb - To turn on one's side or upside down.
Usage example: a huge wave out of nowhere caused our little sailboat to capsize
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Synonyms for Capsize

Tip is a synonym for capsize. In some cases you can use "Tip" instead a verb "Capsize".

Nearby Word: capsizing

Tip

Tip verb - To set or cause to be at an angle.

Capsize is a synonym for tip in upset topic. Sometimes you can use "Capsize" instead a verb "Tip", if it concerns topics such as knock over, keel over.

Nearby Words: tipped, tipping

Both words in one sentence

  • Land-based characters are frequently called out on their use of "tip over" instead of "capsize", "right" instead of "starboard", and "boat" instead of "ship".
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