Rainstorm: meaning, definitions and examples
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rainstorm
[ ˈreɪnˌstɔrm ]
weather phenomenon
A rainstorm is a storm with heavy rain. It often includes strong winds, thunder, and lightning. Rainstorms can cause flooding and disrupt transportation and power supply.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The rainstorm last night caused flooding in the streets.
- We should stay indoors during the heavy rainstorm.
figurative use
A rainstorm can also refer to a sudden and intense outpouring or occurrence of something, such as emotions or events.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- After his speech, a rainstorm of applause filled the auditorium.
- She experienced a rainstorm of emotions when she received the news.
Translations
Translations of the word "rainstorm" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tempestade de chuva
🇮🇳 बारिश का तूफान
🇩🇪 Regensturm
🇮🇩 badai hujan
🇺🇦 злива
🇵🇱 burza deszczowa
🇯🇵 雨嵐 (あめあらし)
🇫🇷 orage de pluie
🇪🇸 tormenta de lluvia
🇹🇷 yağmur fırtınası
🇰🇷 비폭풍
🇸🇦 عاصفة مطرية
🇨🇿 dešťová bouře
🇸🇰 dážďová búrka
🇨🇳 暴雨 (bàoyǔ)
🇸🇮 nevihta
🇮🇸 rigningarskjúr
🇰🇿 жаңбырлы дауыл
🇬🇪 წვიმის ქარიშხალი
🇦🇿 yağış fırtınası
🇲🇽 tormenta de lluvia
Word origin
The word 'rainstorm' originated in the late 18th century, combining 'rain' and 'storm'. The concept of a rainstorm has been recognized throughout history as a powerful and sometimes destructive weather event, inspiring awe and caution among those who experience it.
See also: rain, raincoat, rainfall, rainforest, rainproof, rainy.