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cataract Synonyms

Another word for cataract

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• noun (Context 1)

A large, powerful waterfall, particularly one involving a massive volume of water plunging precipitously over a steep drop.

Strongest
waterfall
cascade
Strong
falls

• noun (Context 2)

A sudden, overwhelming rush or downpour of water, often used metaphorically to describe a deluge of something.

Usage Example

"When the monsoon finally arrived, a sudden deluge of rain flooded the cobblestone streets and forced the market vendors to scatter."

Strong
deluge
torrent
downpour
flood

• Nearby Words

catananche
catania
catapult
cataract
catarata del toro
catbird
catchfly

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Cataract. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/cataract
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