Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-deluge

noun

/ðə ˈdɛljuːdʒ/

Definition

A very large amount of something, often used to refer to a great flood or heavy rainfall.

Examples

The heavy rains caused a deluge that flooded the streets within hours.
After the announcement, there was a deluge of responses from the public.
The novel explored themes of a deluge of emotions experienced during challenging times.

Meaning

The term ‘deluge’ typically refers to a catastrophic flood or an overwhelming number of things occurring at once. It can also represent a metaphorical flood of emotions or information.