waterfalls
Rivers dropping vertically
Waterfalls are places where flowing water drops vertically over a cliff or ledge.
The word applies to everything from small cascades to massive cataracts like Niagara.
Figuratively, things that flow downward resemble waterfalls: Her hair fell in waterfalls down her back.
We chased waterfalls all through the national park.
Gradual wearing away
- plunge poolSmall cold-water basin
- gorgeDeep, narrow valley
- cliffVertical rock wall
- sedimentParticles settling in liquid
geomorphology · bedrock · escarpment · basalt · limestone · canyon · ravine · overhang
Impressively dignified and beautiful
- grandeurImpressive splendor and scale
- awe-inspiringEvoking reverential wonder
- breathtakingAstonishingly beautiful or exciting
- spectacularStrikingly impressive to behold
towering · dramatic · magnificent · stunning · imposing · sublime · splendor · panoramic
Violent rushing flow
- plungeSudden steep descent
- tumbleUncontrolled rolling descent
- cataractClouded eye lens
- dropFall or release
spill · flow · descent · downpour · pour · rush · gush · curtain
Loud, deep animal cry
- thunderStorm's acoustic aftermath
- rumbleLow rolling sound
- crashSudden violent impact
- boomLoud deep sound
echo · resound · reverberate · din · rushing · pounding · drone · white noise
Border waterfall landmark
- YosemiteSierra Nevada national park
- sightseeingVisiting places of interest
- viewpointWay of seeing things
- observation deckElevated platform for sightseeing
boat tour · photography · hiking · excursion · scenic · landmark · attraction · destination
Calm and untroubled
- peacefulFree from disturbance
- sereneUntroubled and composed
- calmingInducing a settled state
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
meditative · zen · relaxation · sanctuary · retreat · harmony · stillness · gentle
Organism's natural environment
- ecosystemInterconnected organisms and surroundings
- riparianRelating to riverbanks
- biodiversityRange of life forms
- endemicNative to one area
moss · fern · lichen · microclimate · fish ladder · salmon · spawning · migration
erosion
Gradual wearing away
- plunge poolSmall cold-water basin
- gorgeDeep, narrow valley
- cliffVertical rock wall
sediment · geomorphology · bedrock · escarpment · basalt · limestone · canyon · ravine · overhang · ledge
majestic
Impressively dignified and beautiful
- grandeurImpressive splendor and scale
- awe-inspiringEvoking reverential wonder
- breathtakingAstonishingly beautiful or exciting
spectacular · towering · dramatic · magnificent · stunning · imposing · sublime · splendor · panoramic · vista
torrent
Violent rushing flow
drop · spill · flow · descent · downpour · pour · rush · gush · curtain · veil
roar
Loud, deep animal cry
boom · echo · resound · reverberate · din · rushing · pounding · drone · white noise · murmur
Niagara
Border waterfall landmark
- YosemiteSierra Nevada national park
- sightseeingVisiting places of interest
- viewpointWay of seeing things
observation deck · boat tour · photography · hiking · excursion · scenic · landmark · attraction · destination · walkway
tranquil
Calm and untroubled
soothing · meditative · zen · relaxation · sanctuary · retreat · harmony · stillness · gentle · secluded
habitat
Organism's natural environment
- ecosystemInterconnected organisms and surroundings
- riparianRelating to riverbanks
- biodiversityRange of life forms
endemic · moss · fern · lichen · microclimate · fish ladder · salmon · spawning · migration · aquatic
- outdoor recreationhiking, camping, fishing, swimming, skiing
- beautiful sightssunset, sunsets, fireworks, rainbow, rainbows
- natural wondersnorthern lights, aurora borealis, auroras, rainbows, Great Barrier Reef
- nature appreciationhiking, birdwatching, stargazing, camping, nature walks
- nature parksnature reserves, nature reserve, hiking trails, Yellowstone, lookouts
- nature-inspiredfloral patterns, earth tones, wood grain, organic shapes, botanical art
waterfallsstill water
Water not flowing
standing water · seepage · groundwater · ponds · underground rivers
waterfallsgeysers
Erupting thermal water sources
fountains · springs · artesian wells · upwellings · water spouts