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torrential

tor·ren·tial

UK/təˈɹɛn.tʃəl/ US/tɒɹˈɛn.tʃəl/ rare

adjective

1.

relating to or resulting from the action of a torrent

  • “torrential erosion”
  • “torrential adaptations seen in some aquatic forms”
2.

resembling a torrent in force and abundance

  • “torrential applause”
  • “torrential abuse”
  • “the torrential facility and fecundity characteristic of his style” Winthrop Sargeant
3.

pouring in abundance

  • “torrential rains”
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Origin

From torrent + -ial.

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