Flooded

/ˈflʌdɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

past tense of 'flood'; to cover an area with water or to fill something completely.

The heavy rain flooded the streets, causing traffic delays.

to fill or cover something completely with a large amount of water or another substance.

The river flooded the surrounding fields, destroying crops.

to overwhelm or inundate with a large number of things.

After the advertisement, the company was flooded with job applications.

to pour out in large amounts.

She flooded the zone with paint, creating a colorful masterpiece.

to cause to be filled with a particular quality or feeling.

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.

Extremely drunk.

After that party, she was totally flooded.

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

I’m flooded with homework this week.