deluge
14 synonyms and 0 antonyms for deluge, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sudden, heavy flood of water, or an overwhelming rainstorm.
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How to use deluge
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Etymology
From Old French deluge, from Latin diluvium ("a washing away"), related to the verb diluere ("to wash away, dilute").
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What does “deluge” mean?
The word “deluge” means a sudden, heavy flood of water, or an overwhelming rainstorm. In plain terms, a flood — either of water or of things like messages, complaints, or requests, all arriving at once.
How do you pronounce “deluge”?
“Deluge” is pronounced DEHL-yoozh (/ˈdɛl.ju(d)ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “deluge” in a sentence?
Here is “deluge” used in a sentence: “The deluge turned the streets into rivers within minutes.”
What part of speech is “deluge”?
Depending on how it is used, “deluge” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “deluge” come from?
The word “deluge” comes from Latin. From Old French deluge, from Latin diluvium ("a washing away"), related to the verb diluere ("to wash away, dilute").
How many meanings does “deluge” have?
“Deluge” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden, heavy flood of water, or an overwhelming rainstorm.