Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stampede
noun / verb
/stæmˈpiːd/
Definition
A sudden, panicked rush of a group of people or animals, often resulting in chaos and potential injury.
Examples
- During the concert, a loud sound caused a stampede, leaving many people injured.
- The herd of cattle began to stampede as a lion approached.
Meaning
Stampede typically refers to a situation where a large number of individuals or animals move quickly and uncontrollably in a particular direction, usually due to fear or excitement.
Synonyms
- rush
- frenzy
- stampeding (verb form)
- surge
- charge
