soaked

USAGE SUMMARY

The word "soaked" is correct and usable in written English.
It is an adjective used to describe something that has been completely saturated with a liquid. For example: "After a long night of rain, the ground was completely soaked."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Travel

Lifestyle

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

37 human-written examples

To salt their wounds, a puckish figure named Igor Matovič soaked up most of the right's losses, leading his ragtag Ordinary People party to its first ever berth in parliament.

The Guardian - Opinion

The fireballs, which are made from a mix of things like coal, old jumpers and fir cones, all soaked in paraffin, are ignited just before midnight and the hair-singeing event lasts around 20 minutes.

The Guardian - Travel

"Sunderland and the North East were soaked in traditional industries that haven't stood the test of time.

The Guardian

– David Cameron, who had to move his jubilee party indoors as rain soaked Downing Street "It was thought I would not look elegant in the Lycra" – London mayor Boris Johnson explaining why he turned down the offer of an oar on Gloriana for a place on the Havengore, the launch which carried the coffin of Winston Churchill to his funeral.

The Guardian

They have soaked up British culture, made British friends, had British children, become British citizens, worked hard for decades in the British NHS – always paying British taxes.

The Guardian - Opinion

Sometimes they soaked him with ice-cold water in what Slahi called "the freezing room".

The Guardian

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

23 human-written examples

She confessed to the feelings of rage and helplessness that overwhelmed her as she gazed down up on the blood-soaked body of Angela.

The Guardian

Politicians of all stripes refuse to deal with our booze-soaked culture because vested interests lobby so hard against it.

The Guardian - Opinion

Westminster has less than ever to fear from the directives of a European superstate, which only really exists in gin-soaked Tory nightmares.

The Guardian - Opinion

Standing at those gates on a rain-soaked Sunday afternoon in February, I was transported back to the life I left behind.

The Guardian

If NSW are to wrest the State of Origin trophy away from Queensland they will have to win at least one of the series' two games (either Origin 1 or 3) at Lang Park, a hate-filled, spittle-flecked, XXXX-soaked madhouse whose Maroon-hued occupants will never tire of their team's hegemony.

The Guardian - Sport

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "soaked" to vividly describe the extent to which something is penetrated by liquid. For instance, instead of saying "the towel was wet", saying "the towel was soaked" emphasizes a higher degree of saturation.

Common error

While "soaked" is appropriate for physical saturation, it is less effective when describing abstract concepts. For example, instead of "soaked in emotions", consider "overwhelmed by emotions" for a more precise expression.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "soaked" is as an adjective, describing something that has been thoroughly penetrated by a liquid. Ludwig AI confirms its correct usage across a variety of contexts.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

52%

Lifestyle

19%

Travel

12%

Less common in

Sport

5%

Opinion

5%

Music

2%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "soaked" functions primarily as an adjective, conveying thorough saturation. Ludwig AI confirms its correctness and versatility. The word appears most frequently in News & Media, Lifestyle, and Travel contexts, maintaining a neutral register. It's crucial to use "soaked" accurately, reserving it for instances of complete wetness, as Ludwig's examples show. While synonyms like "drenched" and "saturated" exist, choosing the most precise term enhances writing quality.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

saturated

Indicates a state of complete wetness, similar to "soaked" but can also refer to a state where no more of a substance can be absorbed.

drenched

Implies being thoroughly wet, often suddenly or forcefully.

waterlogged

Specifically refers to being excessively filled or saturated with water, often to the point of being heavy or unusable.

sodden

Suggests a heavy, saturated state, often with negative connotations like being unpleasant or uncomfortable.

permeated

Describes something that has been completely penetrated or infused by a liquid or other substance.

steeped

Implies prolonged soaking, often in a warm or hot liquid, like tea.

infused

Suggests that a substance has been thoroughly penetrated with a quality or characteristic, often beyond just liquid.

imbued

Similar to infused, but more often used to describe being filled with a feeling or quality.

submerged

Indicates being completely covered or overwhelmed by a liquid.

awash

Implies being covered or flooded with a liquid, often indicating abundance.

FAQs

How can I use "soaked" in a sentence?

You can use "soaked" to describe something completely saturated with liquid, such as "The sponge was "soaked" with water" or "My clothes were "soaked" after walking in the rain".

What are some synonyms for "soaked"?

Synonyms for "soaked" include "drenched", "saturated", "waterlogged", and "sodden". The best choice depends on the specific context.

Which is correct: "soaked" or "soakt"?

"Soaked" is the correct spelling and past participle of the verb "soak". "Soakt" is not a recognized word in English.

What is the difference between "soaked" and "damp"?

"Soaked" implies being completely wet, whereas "damp" suggests a slight level of wetness. A "soaked" towel is much wetter than a "damp" towel.