inflow

/ˈɪnflɒʊ/; /ˈɪnflɔʊ/; /ɪnˈflɑʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of flowing in, especially of a liquid or gas into a container or area

“The inflow of water from the nearby river caused significant flooding in the town.”

2. noun

a flow of people, goods, or services into a country or area

“The inflow of immigrants from other countries has increased the country’s population and economic growth.”

3. noun

a flow of ideas, money, or resources into a project or business

“The inflow of venture capital helped the startup company expand its operations and hire more employees.”

4. verb

to flow in, especially of a liquid or gas into a container or area

“The river inflows into the lake during the rainy season.”

5. verb

to move or flow into a country or area

“Many immigrants inflow into the city in search of better job opportunities.”

6. verb

to receive or gain something, such as money or ideas

“The company inflows a significant amount of revenue from its online sales.”

Synonyms

  • flow
  • influx
  • input
  • stream
  • streaming

Antonyms

  • drain
  • exodus
  • outflow
  • withdrawal