torrential
to
taw
rren
ˈrɛn
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ʃəl
shēl
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.
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.
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.
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