Squall and Typhoon

Squall

Squall noun - A disturbance of the atmosphere accompanied by wind and often by precipitation (as rain or snow).
Usage example: a snow squall is expected tonight

Typhoon is a synonym for squall in wind topic. In some cases you can use "Typhoon" instead a noun "Squall", when it comes to topics like violent storm.

Nearby Words: squally, squalled, squalling

Typhoon

Typhoon noun - A tropical cyclone occurring in the western Pacific or Indian oceans.
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Synonyms for Typhoon

Squall is a synonym for typhoon in nature topic. You can use "Squall" instead a noun "Typhoon", if it concerns topics such as wind, violent storm.

How words are described

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