Swell and Tidal wave

Swell

Swell noun - A moving ridge on the surface of water.
Usage example: huge swells overwhelmed the tiny craft

Tidal wave and swell are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tidal wave" instead a noun "Swell".

Nearby Word: swelling

Tidal wave

Tidal wave noun - An unusual (and often destructive) rise of water along the seashore caused by a storm or a combination of wind and high tide.
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Synonyms for Tidal wave

Swell and tidal wave are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Swell" instead a noun phrase "Tidal wave".

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