Cool MateMeaning of Surge
a sudden increase of a strong feeling
In simple words: A sudden increase or rush of something.
Surge in a sentence
- There was a sudden surge in electricity demand during the heatwave.
- The hospital saw a surge of patients after the accident.
- A surge of adrenaline helped him finish the race despite the pain.
- During the storm, a surge of seawater flooded the coastal roads.
- There was a sudden surge in stock prices after the company announced the merger.
- In response to the news, a surge of hope spread throughout the crowd.
How to use Surge
Use 'surge' in situations describing a quick rise (like emotions or numbers). Avoid in overly formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
surge + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'surge' in energy; imagine a wave crashing suddenly.
Related words
Collocations with Surge
Synonyms for Surge
Common mistakes with Surge
- Confusing 'surge' with 'surgeon'
- Using 'surge' in a passive form incorrectly
- Mistaking 'surge' as always positive; it can refer to negative situations too.
Surge appears in
Surge in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
اندفاع, موجة, ارتفاع مفاجئ
زيادة أو تدفق مفاجئ لشيء ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
উত্তাল
কোনো কিছুর হঠাৎ বেড়ে যাওয়া বা ঢেউ।
- GermanDeutsch
Welle, Anstieg, Schub
Ein plötzlicher Anstieg oder eine Welle von etwas.
- SpanishEspañol
Oleada, Aumento repentino
Un aumento o avalancha repentina de algo.
- Persianفارسی
جهش، افزایش ناگهانی
یهو یه چیزی زیاد شدن یا هجوم آوردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Surtension, vague, afflux
Une augmentation ou une vague soudaine de quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
उछाल
किसी चीज़ में अचानक वृद्धि या तेज़ी।
- ItalianItaliano
Ondata, Impennata, Aumento
Un aumento o un'ondata improvvisa di qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Onda, Aumento Súbito
Um aumento ou onda repentina de algo.
- RussianРусский
Всплеск, волна, подъём
Внезапное увеличение или наплыв чего-либо.
- Urduاردو
لہر، اضافہ
کسی چیز میں اچانک اضافہ یا تیزی۔
- Chinese中文
上涨, 涌动, 激增
某事物突然增多或涌现。
More words like Surge
- Rush
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Surge
What does Surge mean?
A sudden increase or rush of something.
What is the definition of Surge?
a sudden increase of a strong feeling
How do you use Surge in a sentence?
There was a sudden surge in electricity demand during the heatwave.
Can you give another example of Surge?
The hospital saw a surge of patients after the accident.
What are synonyms for Surge?
Common alternatives include rush.
What is the opposite of Surge?
Opposite meanings include decline, drop, diminish.
What words go with Surge?
It commonly pairs with great, huge, sudden, experience, feel, get, sweep something, sweep over somebody, sweep through somebody, with a surge, surge of, big, dramatic, great, surge in, surge of, a surge forward, big, dramatic, great, surge in, surge of, a surge forward, big, dramatic, great, surge in, surge of, a surge forward.
What are common mistakes when using Surge?
Confusing 'surge' with 'surgeon' Using 'surge' in a passive form incorrectly Mistaking 'surge' as always positive; it can refer to negative situations too.
How do you pronounce Surge?
US: /["/sɜːrdʒ/"]/, UK: /["/sɜːdʒ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Surge?
Use 'surge' in situations describing a quick rise (like emotions or numbers). Avoid in overly formal contexts.
What CEFR level is Surge?
"Surge" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.