Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diluvio
noun
dee-LOO-vee-o
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Definition
A great flood; an overwhelming abundance of water.
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Examples
- The diluvio left the entire village submerged underwater.
- After the diluvio, many people were left homeless and needed assistance.
- The diluvio was so severe that it disrupted transportation for days.
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Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘diluvio’ can refer to any extensive flood or heavy downpour that causes significant disruption or damage.
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Synonyms
- inundation
- flood
- deluge
- torrent