Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
onrush
noun
/ˈɒn.rʌʃ/
Definition
a sudden and powerful rush or surge of something, often used to describe an overwhelming or forceful movement.
Examples
- As the storm approached, the onrush of wind and rain took everyone by surprise.
- The onrush of the river after the heavy rainfall concerned the local residents.
- She felt an onrush of excitement when she received the good news.
Meaning
the act of moving forward with great speed or force, often in a way that is difficult to control or stop.
Synonyms
- surge
- flow
- onslaught
- influx
- rush
