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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However, the influx of phones meant that these prices have since settled down. Alexander Smith, NBC news, 26 Dec. 2025 Even without outside pressure, the sudden influx of wealth has financially destroyed some jackpot winners who weren’t prepared to manage it. Toni Odejimi, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025 The reliability of the region's energy grid has been a point of concern as data centers flock to Indiana, and the DOE cited the influx of data centers in both emergency orders addressing the plants. Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 24 Dec. 2025 This influx of talent has helped Milton start the season 3-0 and remain a top contender to capture the first championship in program history. Patrick Plunkett, Boston Herald, 23 Dec. 2025 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 2 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

influx

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

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