Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
meteoric
adjective
/ˌmiːtiˈɔːrɪk/
Definition
Relating to or resembling a meteor; occurring in a sudden and dramatic manner.
Examples
- Her meteoric career in the fashion industry surprised everyone.
- The team’s meteoric rise to the top of the league was unprecedented.
- He made a meteoric appearance at the event, catching everyone’s attention.
Meaning
The term ‘meteoric’ describes something that happens very quickly and is often associated with a rise to fame or success that seems sudden, much like a meteor streaking through the sky.
Synonyms
- swift
- rapid
- instantaneous
- explosive
- brilliant
