Torrential
/tɔˈrɛnʃəl/
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Definition
(adj) Coming or characterized by torrents; flowing heavily or in large quantities.
Sentence Examples
The torrential rain did quite a bit of damage.
Dozens of people have died in flash floods triggered by torrential rain.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The region experienced ____ rain for three consecutive days, leading to several cases of localized flooding today.