Torrential: meaning, definitions and examples

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torrential

[ təˈrenʃəl ]

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rain

Torrential describes something that is very strong, violent, and fast-moving, like a torrent. It often refers to heavy rain that pours down in a rapid and forceful manner.

Synonyms

heavy, intense, pouring

Examples of usage

The torrential rain caused flooding in the streets.
We had to cancel the outdoor event due to the torrential downpour.

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wind

Torrential can also describe strong and powerful winds that blow forcefully and rapidly.

Synonyms

forceful, powerful, strong

Examples of usage

The tent blew away in the torrential wind.
We couldn't hear each other over the sound of the torrential gusts.

Translations

Translations of the word "torrential" in other languages:

🇵🇹 torrencial

🇮🇳 मूसलधार

🇩🇪 sintflutartig

🇮🇩 deras

🇺🇦 зливовий

🇵🇱 ulewny

🇯🇵 豪雨の

🇫🇷 torrentiel

🇪🇸 torrencial

🇹🇷 sel gibi

🇰🇷 억수 같은

🇸🇦 غزير

🇨🇿 prudký

🇸🇰 prudký

🇨🇳 倾盆的

🇸🇮 silovit

🇮🇸 stórfelldur

🇰🇿 құйынды

🇬🇪 უხვი

🇦🇿 leysan

🇲🇽 torrencial

Word origin

The word 'torrential' originated from the Latin word 'torrentialis', derived from 'torrens', meaning 'rushing, roaring'. It has been used in English since the mid-19th century to describe heavy rain or strong winds. The term emphasizes the intensity and forcefulness of the weather phenomenon, evoking the image of a powerful and fast-moving torrent of water or wind.