influx

noun

in·​flux ˈin-ˌfləks How to pronounce influx (audio)
Synonyms of influxnext
: a coming in
an influx of tourists

Examples of influx in a Sentence

The city is preparing for a large influx of tourists this summer. The company has had a sudden influx of capital.
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Cash-equivalent investments, such as money market funds, have seen an influx of capital in recent years. Michelle Fox, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026 Authorities hope the redesign will boost foreign investment, the cornerstone of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s economic revival plan that has increased the influx of private capital into energy, water, and logistics infrastructure. Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026 Those costs include maintaining infrastructure, supporting public services and handling the wear and tear that comes with an influx of visitors. Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026 Every year, the NFL receives an influx of prospects who hail from South Florida. David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for influx

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin influxus, from Latin influere

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of influx was in 1626

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“Influx.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/influx. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

influx

noun
in·​flux ˈin-ˌfləks How to pronounce influx (audio)
: a flowing or coming in : inflow

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