Rollercoaster
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹəʊləˌkəʊstə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Rollercoaster is a noun meaning An amusement ride consisting of a train on a track that rises, falls, twists and turns.
Meaning
An amusement ride consisting of a train on a track that rises, falls, twists and turns.
More Meanings
- (figurative, by extension) A situation characterized by significant fluctuations in direction, emotion or intensity.
Example Sentences
Morgan's men reversed their fortunes and swept into the final with three successive victories, including a memorable semi-final demolition of Australia. In the final, the rollercoaster continued, only for the heroics of Stokes to leave England as worthy champions, matching the achievement of the England women's team on the same ground two years ago.
Word Forms
- rollercoasters
- roller coaster
- roller-coaster
Synonyms for rollercoaster
Depending on context, synonyms include switchback, coaster, merry-go-round, ride, saga, seesaw.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include roller-coaster, ride, roller, ramp, rollerdrome, rattler.
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