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FLOODWATERS Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word floodwaters. (exact relations)
There are 8 hypernyms of the word floodwaters. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for FLOODWATERS

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deluge
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an overwhelming number or amount

• a heavy rain

• the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land

verb

• fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid

• charge someone with too many tasks

• fill or cover completely, usually with water

inundation
nounn
noun

• the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land

• an overwhelming number or amount

overflow
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a large flow

• the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity

verb

• flow or run over (a limit or brim)

• overflow with a certain feeling

spate
nounn
noun

• (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent

• a sudden forceful flow

• the occurrence of a water flow resulting from sudden rain or melting snow

torrent
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a heavy rain

• a violently fast stream of water (or other liquid)

• an overwhelming number or amount

Best Hypernyms For FLOODWATERS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for floodwaters, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
element liquid liquidness matter state substance water
Phrases (1)
liquid state

Alternatives for DELUGE

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