spate (Meaning)
spate (n)
(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent
a sudden forceful flow
the occurrence of a water flow resulting from sudden rain or melting snow
Synonyms & Antonyms of spate
spate Sentence Examples
- The relentless spate of heavy rainfall inundated the city, causing widespread flooding.
- A spate of new COVID-19 cases alarmed health officials and prompted swift action.
- The online retailer experienced a spate of orders during the holiday season, overwhelming their logistics.
- A spate of cold weather hit the region, forcing residents to bundle up and seek warmth.
- The spate of car accidents on the highway raised concerns about driver safety and road conditions.
- A spate of burglaries terrorized the neighborhood, leaving residents feeling vulnerable.
- The politician faced a spate of criticism for his controversial remarks.
- A spate of strikes by workers paralyzed the transportation system, disrupting daily life.
- The company weathered a spate of lawsuits with determination and resilience.
- The local library hosted a spate of author readings, attracting a diverse crowd of book lovers.
FAQs About the word spate
(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent, a sudden forceful flow, the occurrence of a water flow resulting from sudden rain or melting snow
torrent,flood, overflow, inundation, tide, stream, avalanche, river, deluge, flood tide
drought,drought,drouth, drip, trickle, drouth, trickle, drip,dribble, dribble
The relentless spate of heavy rainfall inundated the city, causing widespread flooding.
A spate of new COVID-19 cases alarmed health officials and prompted swift action.
The online retailer experienced a spate of orders during the holiday season, overwhelming their logistics.
A spate of cold weather hit the region, forcing residents to bundle up and seek warmth.
