Weather — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb adjective /ˈwe-t͟hər/ weath·er

Meaning & Definition of Weather

Weather (noun)

  1. the state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
  2. state or vicissitude of life or fortune
  3. disagreeable atmospheric conditions

Weather (verb)

  1. to expose to the open air, subject to the action of the elements
  2. to bear up against and come safely through
  3. to undergo or endure the action of the elements

Weather (adjective)

  1. of or relating to the side facing the wind

Word Forms of Weather

Inflections: weathered, weathering

Origin & Etymology of Weather

Middle English weder, from Old English; akin to Old High German wetar weather, Old Church Slavic vetrŭ wind

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Weather

Words & Phrases Containing Weather

weather balloon, weather-beaten, weather-bound, weather bureau, weather deck, weather eye, weather map

Frequently Asked Questions about Weather

What does "Weather" mean?

"Weather" means the state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness. As an a noun, a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: the state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness. It has 7 distinct senses.

Is "Weather" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Weather" can be used as a noun, a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Weather" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Weather" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.

How do you pronounce "Weather"?

"Weather" is pronounced /ˈwe-t͟hər/ and divided into syllables as weath·er.

What is the origin of the word "Weather"?

"Weather" comes from Middle English weder, from Old English; akin to Old High German wetar weather, Old Church Slavic vetrŭ wind. First known use: before 12th century.

What does "Weather" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Weather" means: the state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness; state or vicissitude of life or fortune; disagreeable atmospheric conditions.

What does "Weather" mean as a verb?

As a verb, "Weather" means: to expose to the open air, subject to the action of the elements; to bear up against and come safely through; to undergo or endure the action of the elements.

What does "Weather" mean as an adjective?

As an adjective, "Weather" means: of or relating to the side facing the wind.