torrential

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   pouring in abundance

   torrential rains

2. 2
   adj

   resembling a torrent in force and abundance

   torrential applause

3. 3
   adj

   relating to or resulting from the action of a torrent

   torrential erosion

4. 4
   adj

   Coming or characterized by torrents; flowing heavily or in large quantities.

   There was a torrential downpour and we were all soaked.

Etymology

From torrent + -ial.