Capsizes

To capsize means to overturn, especially a boat or ship, turning it over in the water. This action results in the vessel's hull facing upwards, rendering it unable to sail or float properly. The event can be caused by various factors, including strong winds, large waves, improper weight distribution, or collisions. When a boat capsizes, it often results in the displacement of people and cargo into the water, potentially leading to dangerous situations and property damage. The verb is used to describe a sudden and often dramatic change of position, with a focus on turning over or flipping.

Capsizes meaning with examples

• The small sailboat capsizes in the sudden squall, sending its two occupants scrambling for life vests. Despite the crew's efforts to correct the sailboat, the strong gusts of wind continued to push at the sails causing it to completely roll over. Emergency services were notified immediately after a distress call went out, thankfully everyone on board was saved.
• A massive rogue wave crashed over the fishing trawler, causing it to capsizes. The heavy equipment onboard shifted unexpectedly, exacerbating the situation and making a righting of the vessel a dangerous operation. The captain was able to signal the coast guard before all communications were lost.
• During the sailing regatta, a competitor's boat capsizes after a misjudgment of a high speed turn. The crew reacted quickly to the situation, immediately initiating the procedures to get the boat upright. Luckily, no one was injured, but the incident led to the team being disqualified.
• The inflatable raft capsizes when the passengers leaned too far to one side while taking a photo. They had not been paying enough attention to the weight distribution on the raft and it flipped over. Everyone was able to get back in the raft after the raft stopped bobbing.
• In the turbulent river, the kayak capsizes, tossing the lone paddler into the frigid water. He fought to get out of the water and over to the side of the river, fighting against the swift current and the fear that overwhelmed his body from the cold.