inflood

/ɪnfloʊd/

Definitions

1. verb

to flow in or as if in a flood; to overflow or inundate

“The swollen river began to inflood the surrounding countryside, causing widespread destruction.”

2. noun

a large flow of water or other fluid; an overflowing or inundation

“The inflood of the river caused the nearby town to be evacuated.”

Synonyms

  • deluge
  • inundate

Antonyms

  • recede
  • retreat