Runoff

Synonyms of runoff

• overflow
• drainage
• spillover

Antonyms of runoff

• absorption
• retention
• inflow

Collocations of runoff

runoff election

Frequency: 80 %

The runoff election will determine the final winner.

runoff water

Frequency: 70 %

The heavy rain caused runoff water to flood the streets.

runoff pollution

Frequency: 60 %

The runoff pollution from the factory affected the nearby river.

runoff damage

Frequency: 50 %

The runoff damage from the storm was extensive.

runoff control

Frequency: 45 %

Efforts are being made to improve runoff control in the area.

Idiomatic Expressions for runoff

• Phrase: runoff water
  Meaning: water that flows over the ground surface rather than soaking into the ground
  Usage: After heavy rain, runoff water can cause flooding in low-lying areas.