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inundate

The correct spelling is inundate.

How to pronounce inundate

/ˈɪn.ən.deɪt/
verb

IPA: /ˈɪn.ən.deɪt/

Say it like: Inu-nda-te

The correct spelling is inundate. To cover with large amounts of water; to flood. For example: "The Dutch would sometimes inundate the land to hinder the Spanish army."

Usage Examples

The Dutch would sometimes inundate the land to hinder the Spanish army.

The agency was inundated with phone calls.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To cover with large amounts of water; to flood.
  2. 2.To overwhelm.

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