torrential

• Décrit quelque chose qui tombe ou coule de manière très violente et rapide, généralement utilisé pour la pluie ou l'eau.

Describes something that is falling or flowing very heavily and rapidly, typically used for rain or water.

1. Relating to a torrentB2formal

   Relating to or resulting from the action of a fast-flowing stream of water.

   Torrentiel

   • The torrential river carved a deep canyon over centuries.
   • Torrential currents made swimming dangerous.
   • The bridge was damaged by torrential floodwaters.

   Synonymesfloodingragingrushingsurgingturbulentviolent

2. Overwhelming force or abundanceB2formal

   Resembling a torrent in force, abundance, or intensity; very heavy or powerful.

   Torrentiel (force ou abondance écrasante)

   • Torrential rain caused widespread flooding in the city.
   • The speaker faced a torrential wave of criticism.
   • Torrential applause followed the performance.

   Synonymescopiousheavyintenseoverpoweringoverwhelmingpouringpowerfulprofuseragingviolent

3. Pouring in abundanceB2formal

   Flowing or falling in large amounts; abundant and forceful.

   Torrentiel

   • Torrential tears streamed down her face.
   • The storm brought torrential downpours all night.
   • Torrential smoke poured from the factory chimney.

   Synonymescopiousdrivingfloodinggushingheavyprofuserelentlessstreamingteemingviolent

   Antonymesdrippingdrizzling