Rain refers to water droplets that fall from clouds in the sky. It’s a natural weather phenomenon. On the other hand, Reign refers to the period during which a sovereign (like a king or queen) rules a country. It can also mean holding power or control over something.
Let’s consider some examples to understand more efficiently.
Examples:
- The rain ruined our picnic plans.
- Farmers hope for more rain during the growing season.
- I love going out in the rainy weather.
- Queen Elizabeth II’s reign was one of the longest in history.
- The king’s reign brought peace to the kingdom.
- The CEO’s reign over the company led to its success.
Synonyms for “Rain”:
- Shower
- Downpour
- Drizzle
- Sprinkle
- Rainfall
- Precipitation
- Mist
- Cloudburst
- Storm
- Wetness
Antonyms for “Rain”:
- Sunshine
- Dryness
- Clear skies
- Drought
- Heat
- Aridity
- Brightness
- Parchedness
- Fairweather
- Desert
Synonyms for “Reign”:
- Rule
- Governance
- Control
- Command
- Authority
- Dominion
- Sovereignty
- Power
- Administration
- Leadership
Antonyms for “Reign”:
- Subordination
- Powerlessness
- Submission
- Inferiority
- Weakness
- Anarchy
- Chaos
- Disorder
- Servitude
- Rebellion
Difference between Rain and Reign.
- Rain relates to weather and precipitation.
- Reign relates to ruling or having control.
- They are homophones meaning the same phones but different meanings.