
Pluvial
Weather Context
Use 'pluvial' to describe conditions with a lot of rain, often over an extended period.

Agricultural planning must consider pluvial seasons to ensure proper irrigation.
Climate Studies
'Pluvial' is frequently used in discussing weather patterns or climate changes over time.

Scientists attribute the lush vegetation to the pluvial epochs of the region.
Descriptive Detail
'Pluvial' adds a detail to imply that not only is it rainy, but also significant in quantity or effect.

They had a memorable evening despite the pluvial backdrop.
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DampDelugeDrizzlyMoistPrecipitationRainyShoweryWet
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