Synonyms for

Floodwaters

Verb / ˈflʌˌdwɔ:tɜ:z / Another word for floodwaters — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Floodwaters refers to water from a flood or a large amount of water covering an area.

Synonyms & similar words

deluge inundation flood overflow swamp torrent spate gush surge downpour cascade rush current stream flow tide wave thaw diluvium flashflood

Example sentences

  1. The floodwaters filled the streets and houses.
  2. After heavy rain, the floodwaters rose rapidly.
  3. The animals had to find higher ground to escape the floodwaters.
  4. The floodwaters damaged crops and infrastructure.
  5. Rescue boats were used to navigate through the floodwaters.

Quotes

  • "The floodwaters will recede soon, and all will be well." - Haruki Murakami
  • "When the floodwaters rise, fishes eat ants; when the floodwaters recede, ants eat fish." - Vietnamese Proverb
  • "Floodwaters will recede; the drought will end." - Chinese Proverb

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