Search Dictionary
Definition of snowstorm

snowstorm

/ˈsnoʊˌstɔːrm/
snow · storm
Plural:snowstorms
JUMP TO:

snowstorm Lexical Profile

snowstorm Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A weather storm characterized by a heavy fall of snow, often accompanied by strong winds and low temperatures.

Example

"The sudden snowstorm forced the airline to cancel dozens of afternoon flights."

2

An overwhelmingly large number or rapid succession of things arriving or occurring all at once.

Example

"Following the policy announcement, the customer service department was hit with a snowstorm of inquiries and complaints."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for snowstorm
Antonyms
View all antonyms for snowstorm

Word Nuance & Usage

While often used interchangeably in casual speech, a snowstorm is any storm characterized by heavy snowfall, whereas a blizzard is a specific, severe type of snowstorm defined by sustained high winds and near-zero visibility.

• Nearby Words

snowshoe hare
snowshoeing
snowslide
snowstorm
snowsuit
snowthrower
snowtubing

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Snowstorm. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/snowstorm
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.