Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deluge

noun

/ˈdɛljuːdʒ/

Definition

A deluge is a severe flood or an overwhelming quantity of something.

Examples

After the heavy rain, the streets were filled with a deluge of water.
The organization received a deluge of applications after the job posting went live.

Meaning

When used in a literal sense, it refers to a great flood of water, while in a figurative sense, it can describe an overwhelming amount of things or emotions.