This is the 8709th most frequent French word.
averse
A sudden, heavy rainfall.
In this sentence, 'averse' refers to a sudden and intense rainfall, typically of short duration.
L'averse de pluie a rapidement inondé les rues.
The rain shower quickly flooded the streets.
Here, 'averse' metaphorically describes a figurative shower, this time referring to an abundant and sudden flow of compliments.
Une averse de compliments l'a laissée rougir.
A shower of compliments made her blush.
In this case, 'averse' again describes unexpected rainfall encountered outdoors.