Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gadarene
Adjective
ˌɡadəˈrēn
Definition
Gadarene describes something that is sudden and tumultuous, often suggesting a rapid rush toward a chaotic situation.
Examples
- After the announcement, there was a gadarene rush to the exits.
- The gadarene crowd made it difficult for anyone to navigate through the narrow streets.
Meaning
The term is derived from the biblical story of the Gadarene swine, reflecting hasty or reckless action, often leading to disaster.
Synonyms
- hasty
- reckless
- headlong
