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.

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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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