Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lurch
verb
/lɜːrtʃ/
Definition
To make an abrupt, unsteady, or uncontrolled movement.
Examples
- The car lurched to the right as it hit a pothole.
- She felt her stomach lurch when she saw the sudden drop on the roller coaster.
- He lurched forward in his seat when the news was announced.
Meaning
Lurch describes a sudden, swaying motion or stagger, often suggesting instability or surprise.
Synonyms
- stagger
- tumble
- pitch
- swerve
- shake
