What is another word for spates?

Pronunciation: [spˈe͡ɪts] (IPA)

Spates is a term that refers to an outburst or sudden surge of something. Synonyms for spates include outbreaks, inundations, floods, torrents, gushes, surges, barrages, deluges, bursts, flurries, and storms. These synonyms convey a sense of suddenness and intensity that is characteristic of spates. Some synonyms like outbreaks and inundations suggest a sudden and unexpected surge of something, while storms and deluges suggest a powerful and widespread surge. Gushes and surges imply a sudden rush or flow of something, while torrents and barrages suggest a continuous and unstoppable rush. These synonyms for spates can be used interchangeably in different contexts to add emphasis and variety to your writing or speech.

What are the hypernyms for Spates?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Spates

If I know aught of Highland spates, they will both be down in the hour and fishable.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
Sudden spates sometimes sweep away men and cattle before they can get across.
"The Panjab, North-West Frontier Province, and Kashmir"
Sir James McCrone Douie
Grizzie kept grumbling to herself that the laddie was sure to come to "mischief;" but the main forms of "mischief" that ruled in her imagination were tramps, precipices, and spates.
"Warlock o' Glenwarlock"
George MacDonald

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