torrential
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British pronunciation
/təɹˈɛnʃə‍l/

Definition & Meaning of "torrential"in English

torrential
01

water moving with overwhelming speed and force, capable of sweeping away debris and reshaping terrain

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They kayaked down the river 's torrential currents, navigating around jagged boulders.
When the dam breached, torrential floodwaters surged through the valley, toppling bridges.
02

(of rain) exceptionally heavy, often leading to flooding and drenched landscapes

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Commuters arrived soaked after a torrential downpour flooded the city streets.
The music festival was canceled when torrential rain turned the grounds into a mud pit.
03

marked by an overwhelming surge

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After the announcement, the company 's helpdesk was inundated by a torrential surge of support tickets.
The charity experienced a torrential wave of donations following its viral fundraising video.
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