surge

/sˈɜːd‍ʒ/

/ˈsɝdʒ/

to surge

MAIN VERB

rise and move, as in waves or billows

synonyms : billow

(of prices, shares, etc.) to abruptly and significantly increase

synonyms : soar

rise or move forward

synonyms : tide

antonyms : ebb

rise or heave upward under the influence of a natural force such as a wave

synonyms : scend

see one's performance improve

Surge

a sudden forceful flow

synonyms : rush

an abrupt increase in something's number or amount

synonyms : upsurge

a large sea wave

synonyms : billow

Examples

1. The actor was a seven-day wonder, with a brief surge of popularity after their breakout role before fading into obscurity.

2. Alcoholism surged.

3. His popularity surged afterward.

4. Storm surge.