Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diluvio
noun
dee-LOO-vee-o
Definition
A great flood; an overwhelming abundance of water.
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.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘diluvio’ can refer to any extensive flood or heavy downpour that causes significant disruption or damage.
Synonyms
- inundation
- flood
- deluge
- torrent