Inundate

Verb

Definition: To overwhelm with a large amount of something, especially water or information.

Synonyms: Flood, Deluge, Swamp, Overwhelm

Antonyms: Drain, Dry, Deplete

Examples:

The heavy rain inundated the streets, causing flooding.
I was inundated with emails after the announcement was made.

Mnemonics:

"In-undate" can be thought of as "in-undated" with water or information.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "inundate" comes from the Latin word "inundare", which means "to overflow".

Historical Usage:

The word has been used in English since the 17th century. It derives from the Latin word and has retained its meaning of overflowing or overwhelming in various contexts.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Inundated with work"

Explanation:

Being extremely busy or overwhelmed with a large amount of work.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "inundate" with "invade".

Explanation:

Although both words involve overwhelming or overpowering, "inundate" specifically refers to overwhelming with water or information, while "invade" refers to a physical intrusion or attack.