inundate
Pronunciation
Verb
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Quick answer
To overwhelm someone with a large amount of something, or to flood an area with water.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
overwhelm
flood
Usage notes
Usually used in the passive, as in "inundated with requests".
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Which word fits the gap? "The office was _____ with complaints after the price increase."
Answer: inundate
In your own words, what does "inundate" mean?
To overwhelm someone with a large amount of something, or to flood an area with water.
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