💦

inundation

noun
/ˌɪn.ʌnˈdeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning

The act of flooding or overwhelming with water or things.

Example Sentences

The town suffered from a severe inundation after the heavy rains.

Synonyms

flood, deluge, overflow, torrent

Antonyms

drought, dryness

Collocations

severe inundation, sudden inundation, inundation of information, inundation of refugees

Related Vocabularies

A symbol of peace or reconciliation; an offer to end conflict.
a tailless amphibian with a short squat body, moist smooth skin, and very long hind legs for leaping
The process of a business enlarging or varying its range of products or field of operation.
a man who tends cattle on a ranch, especially in the western United States
an impression or hollow made by a blow; force or power
a liquid dish, typically made with meat, vegetables, or legumes, and often served hot

Explore More