downpour

noun

down·​pour ˈdau̇n-ˌpȯr 

: a pouring or streaming downward

especially : a heavy rain

Synonyms of downpour

• rain

Examples of downpour in a Sentence

the downpour was so heavy that we were soaked by the time we got to the car

Recent Examples on the Web

Lightning, gusty winds and heavy downpours are the primary concerns. — Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026

Torrential downpours routinely inundate roads and railway lines, disrupt air and rail traffic. — ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026

In fact, the creators recommend dismantling it during heavy downpours to keep the powerhub entirely dry. — New Atlas, 12 Aug. 2026

Chicago White Sox right-hander Davis Martin jokingly pointed the finger at pitching coach Zach Bove for the downpour that caused a lengthy delay and ended his start against the Cleveland Guardians after one inning Sunday at Rate Field. — Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

downpour

noun

down·​pour -ˌpōr 

-ˌpȯr

: a heavy rain