What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
inundated
Example
After the announcement, the customer service department was inundated with calls. [inundated: past participle]
Example
The city was inundated with rainwater, causing severe flooding. [inundated: adjective]
submerged
Example
The ship was submerged under the ocean after the collision. [submerged: past participle]
Example
The treasure was submerged in the sand, waiting to be discovered. [submerged: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Submerged is less common than inundated in everyday language. Inundated is more versatile and covers a wider range of contexts, while submerged is more specific and often used in the context of water or immersion.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between inundated and submerged?
Both inundated and submerged can be used in formal and informal contexts, but inundated is more commonly used in everyday language and may be considered more informal than submerged.
