Meaning of the word surge in English

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surge

US /sɝːdʒ/

UK /sɜːdʒ/

a sudden powerful forward or upward movement, especially by a crowd or by a natural force such as the tide

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A sudden surge of water broke through the dam.

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There was a surge of people towards the stage.

Synonym:

rush gush flow flood torrent

a sudden large increase, typically a temporary one

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There has been a recent surge in demand for electric vehicles.

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The company experienced a surge in profits last quarter.

Synonym:

increase rise growth upsurge escalation

to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward

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The crowd surged forward, eager to see the celebrity.

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Waves surged against the rocky shore.

Synonym:

rush gush flow flood torrent

to increase suddenly and powerfully

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Temperatures are expected to surge over the weekend.

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His popularity surged after the successful movie.

Synonym:

increase rise escalate mount climb

Related Word:

surging surge of