B2verb 1K

Rush

🇬🇧 UK /["/rʌʃ/","/ˈrʌʃɪz/","/rʌʃt/","/ˈrʌʃɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/rʌʃ/","/ˈrʌʃɪz/","/rʌʃt/","/ˈrʌʃɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Rush

to move or to do something with great speed, often too fast

In simple words: to move quickly or hurry

Rush in a sentence

• I had to rush to the station to catch my train before it left.
• Please don't rush through your work; take your time to do it well.
• The students got a rush of adrenaline when they heard the starting bell.
• After the concert, there was a rush of fans trying to exit the venue.
• He decided to rush the decision instead of carefully considering all options.

How to use Rush

Commonly used when talking about a need to hurry, like catching a bus. Avoid in very formal situations.

Grammar pattern

rush + object

Memory hint

Think of a rushing river that flows fast and doesn't stop.

Related words

Collocations with Rush

• headlong
• madly
• quickly
• along
• from
• into
• come rushing
• go rushing
• rush to somebody’s rescue
• headlong
• madly
• quickly
• along
• from
• into
• come rushing
• go rushing
• rush to somebody’s rescue

Synonyms for Rush

• hasten
• speed
• accelerate
• race
• dash

Opposites of Rush

• slow
• dawdle
• linger

Common mistakes with Rush

• Incorrectly using 'rush' as a noun without an article when needed.
• Using 'rushed' as a present tense instead of the correct form.
• Confusing 'rush' with 'push' in the context of moving quickly.

Frequently asked questions about Rush

What does Rush mean?

to move quickly or hurry

What is the definition of Rush?

to move or to do something with great speed, often too fast

How do you use Rush in a sentence?

I had to rush to the station to catch my train before it left.

Can you give another example of Rush?

Please don't rush through your work; take your time to do it well.

What are synonyms for Rush?

Common alternatives include hasten, speed, accelerate, race, dash.

What is the opposite of Rush?

Opposite meanings include slow, dawdle, linger.

What words go with Rush?

It commonly pairs with headlong, madly, quickly, along, from, into, come rushing, go rushing, rush to somebody’s rescue, headlong, madly, quickly, along, from, into, come rushing, go rushing, rush to somebody’s rescue.

What are common mistakes when using Rush?

Incorrectly using 'rush' as a noun without an article when needed. Using 'rushed' as a present tense instead of the correct form. Confusing 'rush' with 'push' in the context of moving quickly.

How do you pronounce Rush?

US: /["/rʌʃ/","/ˈrʌʃɪz/","/rʌʃt/","/ˈrʌʃɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/rʌʃ/","/ˈrʌʃɪz/","/rʌʃt/","/ˈrʌʃɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Rush?

Commonly used when talking about a need to hurry, like catching a bus. Avoid in very formal situations.

What CEFR level is Rush?

"Rush" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.