Upsurge
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Upsurge is a noun meaning A sudden strong rise or flow.
Meaning
A sudden strong rise or flow.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) to surge up, or to become stronger or greater
Example Sentences
Our South Wales correspondent expects the current upsurge of coal traffic in South Wales to swell BR tonnage in the area by 20 per cent this year compared with 1963 carryings.
Word Forms
- upsurges
- upsurging
- upsurged
Synonyms for upsurge
Depending on context, synonyms include surge, rush, spate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include surge, spate, rush, upswing, climb, boost.
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