Meaning & Definition of word "Flooded"

Flooded

/ˈflʌdɪd/

1. past tense of 'flood'; to cover an area with water or to fill something completely.
- Example: The heavy rain flooded the streets, causing traffic delays.
2. to fill or cover something completely with a large amount of water or another substance.
- Example: The river flooded the surrounding fields, destroying crops.
3. to overwhelm or inundate with a large number of things.
- Example: After the advertisement, the company was flooded with job applications.
4. to pour out in large amounts.
- Example: She flooded the zone with paint, creating a colorful masterpiece.
5. to cause to be filled with a particular quality or feeling.
- Example: His heart flooded with joy when he saw his family again.

Derived from the Old English 'flod' meaning 'a flowing, a stream'.

flooded with requests:

Overwhelmed by numerous requests or demands.

flooded market:

A market that has too many products or sellers, causing prices to drop.

flooded with emotions:

Overcome by strong feelings.

flood:

An overflow of water onto normally dry land.

inundate:

To overwhelm someone with things or people to be dealt with.

deluge:

A severe flood.

Meaning: Extremely drunk.

Example Sentence: After that party, she was totally flooded.

Meaning: Overwhelmed by something, often used in the context of information or tasks.

Example Sentence: I’m flooded with homework this week.