C1verb informal 1K

Crush

🇬🇧 UK /["/krʌʃ/","/ˈkrʌʃɪz/","/krʌʃt/","/ˈkrʌʃɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/krʌʃ/","/ˈkrʌʃɪz/","/krʌʃt/","/ˈkrʌʃɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Crush

to press something so hard that it is damaged or loses its shape; to press somebody so hard that they are injured

In simple words: A strong feeling of love or attraction to someone, usually not very serious.

Crush in a sentence

• The heavy machinery will crush the old concrete walls quickly.
• She managed to crush her opponents in the chess tournament.
• A strong desire began to crush all other emotions inside him.
• The police were determined to crush the rebellion before it spread further.
• Be careful not to crush the fragile flowers when you pick them.
• He had a huge crush on his classmate but never told her.
• The children’s candies had been crushed in his backpack.
• The company aimed to crush its competitors by lowering prices dramatically.

How to use Crush

Used mostly among younger people or in casual conversations. Usually not appropriate in formal settings. It describes infatuation rather than deep love.

Grammar pattern

have + crush + (on someone)

Memory hint

Think of a 'crushed' heart when someone is secretly in love.

Related words

Collocations with Crush

• slightly
• almost
• nearly
• against
• beneath
• under
• be crushed
• get crushed
• crush somebody to death
• slightly
• almost
• nearly
• against
• beneath
• under
• be crushed
• get crushed
• crush somebody to death

Synonyms for Crush

• put down, quash
• smash it

Opposites of Crush

• release
• free
• save
• preserve

Common mistakes with Crush

• Saying 'I have a crush in her' instead of 'on her'.
• Confusing 'crush' with 'like' as they can vary in intensity.
• Using it in formal situations where a more serious term should be used.

Frequently asked questions about Crush

What does Crush mean?

A strong feeling of love or attraction to someone, usually not very serious.

What is the definition of Crush?

to press something so hard that it is damaged or loses its shape; to press somebody so hard that they are injured

How do you use Crush in a sentence?

The heavy machinery will crush the old concrete walls quickly.

Can you give another example of Crush?

She managed to crush her opponents in the chess tournament.

What are synonyms for Crush?

Common alternatives include put down, quash, smash it.

What is the opposite of Crush?

Opposite meanings include release, free, save, preserve.

What words go with Crush?

It commonly pairs with slightly, almost, nearly, against, beneath, under, be crushed, get crushed, crush somebody to death, slightly, almost, nearly, against, beneath, under, be crushed, get crushed, crush somebody to death.

What are common mistakes when using Crush?

Saying 'I have a crush in her' instead of 'on her'. Confusing 'crush' with 'like' as they can vary in intensity. Using it in formal situations where a more serious term should be used.

How do you pronounce Crush?

US: /["/krʌʃ/","/ˈkrʌʃɪz/","/krʌʃt/","/ˈkrʌʃɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/krʌʃ/","/ˈkrʌʃɪz/","/krʌʃt/","/ˈkrʌʃɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Crush formal or informal?

"Crush" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Crush?

Used mostly among younger people or in casual conversations. Usually not appropriate in formal settings. It describes infatuation rather than deep love.

What CEFR level is Crush?

"Crush" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.