Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
go-through-the-roof
idiomatic expression
/ɡoʊ θruː ðə ruːf/
Definition
To increase dramatically or become extremely high, especially in terms of price or emotions.
Examples
- The prices of homes have gone through the roof in this area.
- When she heard the news, her excitement went through the roof.
- After the announcement, attendance at the event went through the roof.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe situations where something rises significantly, such as costs, emotions, or other measurable metrics.
Synonyms
- skyrocket
- surge
- escalate
- soar
- shoot up
