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Antonym of Cascade

Description:

An antonym refers to a word that has an opposite or contrasting meaning to another word. In the case of "cascade," the antonym would be a term that represents the opposite action or concept of a cascading flow.

Senses and Usages:

1. Stagnate

Sense: To become or remain stagnant, without flowing or progressing.

Usage: The water in the pond began to stagnate, forming a still and motionless surface.

2. Stop

Sense: To halt or put an end to the flow or movement of something.

Usage: We had to stop the waterfall from flowing so we could gather some samples from the stream.

3. Reverse

Sense: To change the direction or flow of something to its opposite.

Usage: The river suddenly reversed its course and began to flow in the opposite direction.

4. Retreat

Sense: To withdraw or move back from a previous position or action.

Usage: The tide started to retreat, leaving behind seashells and seaweed on the shore.