deluge
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈdɛljuːdʒ/
KK: /ˈdɛljuːdʒ/
noun
Definition
A large amount of water that covers land, often caused by heavy rain or flooding. It can also refer to a situation where there is an overwhelming amount of something, like messages or requests.
Example
After the heavy rain, the town experienced a deluge that flooded many homes.
Conversation
Did you see the news about the deluge in the city yesterday?
Yeah, it was crazy! I can't believe how much rain they got.
I heard it caused a lot of flooding and damage.
That's so unfortunate. I hope everyone is safe.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
flood
inundation
torrent
Antonyms
drought
drain
desiccation
transitive verb
Definition
To flood or overwhelm something with a large amount of water or a great number of things.
Example
The heavy rain deluged the streets, causing severe flooding.
Tense Forms
Past: deluged
Past Participle: deluged
Conversation
I heard the storm last night really deluged the town.
Yeah, the streets were completely flooded this morning.
I can't believe how much rain fell in just a few hours.
Root Explanation
Deluge → It originates from the Latin word 'diluvium' (meaning flood), which is derived from 'diluere' (meaning to wash away). The word 'deluge' refers to a great flood or an overwhelming amount of something, as if it washes everything away.
Memory Tip
Imagine a massive flood that 'washes away' everything in its path — that's what a deluge means.
Visually Confused Words
undeluged
luge
euge
dele