Inundation (noun)

The action or state of flooding or the condition of being flooded.

Origin:

From the latin in (in) and undare (to flow).

Examples:

  1. The town was hit by an inundation after the river broke its banks.
  2. The heavy rains caused an inundation in the low-lying areas.
  3. Inundation can cause extensive damage to homes and businesses.
  4. Inundation can lead to the displacement of many people and loss of lives.
  5. The government has implemented measures to prevent inundation, such as building dams and levees.
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