What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flood
Example
The river flooded after the heavy rain. [flood: verb]
Example
The news of the scandal caused a flood of reactions on social media. [flood: noun]
torrent
Example
The storm caused a torrent of water to rush down the hill. [torrent: noun]
Example
She unleashed a torrent of insults at her ex-boyfriend. [torrent: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Flood is more commonly used than torrent in everyday language, especially in the context of natural disasters. Torrent is less common and tends to be used more in figurative language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flood and torrent?
Both flood and torrent are versatile and can be used in various formality levels, allowing them to be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, flood is more neutral in tone and can be used in a wider range of contexts, while torrent can have a negative connotation and may be more appropriate for informal or expressive language.
