spate vs raft

spate and raft both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
spate	Yes	No	No	No
raft	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, spate and raft are synonyms defined as:

spate and raft: (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent

spate (noun)	raft (noun)
the occurrence of a water flow resulting from sudden rain or melting snow	a flat float (usually made of logs or planks) that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmers
a sudden forceful flow	a foundation (usually on soft ground) consisting of an extended layer of reinforced concrete
(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent	(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent