Water-soaked

Water-soaked describes something that has absorbed a large amount of water to the point of saturation; thoroughly wet or sodden. This can affect the object's texture, weight, and often its structural integrity. The term implies that the object or material has reached its capacity for holding water, often becoming heavy, pliable, and potentially prone to damage. It evokes a sense of excessive wetness, suggesting prolonged exposure to moisture and a consequential loss of dryness or crispness. The object will often appear dark or discolored due to the presence of absorbed water.

Water-soaked meaning with examples

• The abandoned shed stood with its water-soaked wooden frame starting to rot. Rain had been incessant for weeks, and the interior walls and floorboards became increasingly saturated. The structure's foundation had become unstable and prone to collapsing, highlighting the damaging effects of prolonged dampness and saturation.
• After the storm, the children found a water-soaked plush toy amongst the debris in their front yard. It had been left out in the heavy rain, and its formerly fluffy fabric had become heavy and matted. They couldn't recognize the toy as it was waterlogged, the color of the toy had been discolored by the rain.
• The archaeologist carefully uncovered a water-soaked parchment buried deep in the earth. The delicate material needed delicate treatment in the process. Knowing that it was probably brittle now, the team of researches began gently removing the dirt. The discovery proved that the parchment may have been subject to great age or even water damage.
• The athlete's water-soaked shoes felt heavy and uncomfortable during the race. The torrential downpour had completely drenched his feet, impairing his performance. His trainers were waterlogged by puddles in the ground, causing blisters and slowing his pace.
• The water-soaked sponges that were left to clean up the kitchen floor began to smell. After cleaning the countertops the sponge was left in the dirty water and would soon be thrown away. There was a foul odor from the bacteria that grew within.