torrent

Noun

• an overwhelming number or amount
  • a flood of requests
    
  • a torrent of abuse
    

• a violently fast stream of water (or other liquid)
  • the houses were swept away in the torrent
    

• a heavy rain

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  flood , inundation , deluge , violent stream , downpour , cloudburst , waterspout , pelter , soaker