Upsurge: meaning, definitions and examples

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upsurge

[ ˈʌpsəːdʒ ]

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economic growth

A sudden and significant increase in something, especially in a positive way.

Synonyms

growth, increase, rise

Examples of usage

There has been an upsurge in tourism in the region.
The upsurge in online shopping has impacted traditional retail stores.

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emotions

To increase suddenly and strongly, especially in a positive way.

Synonyms

grow, increase, rise

Examples of usage

Feelings of hope upsurged within the community.
Her confidence upsurged after receiving positive feedback.

Translations

Translations of the word "upsurge" in other languages:

🇵🇹 surto

🇮🇳 उछाल

🇩🇪 Anstieg

🇮🇩 lonjakan

🇺🇦 підйом

🇵🇱 wzrost

🇯🇵 急増

🇫🇷 surge

🇪🇸 aumento

🇹🇷 ani artış

🇰🇷 급증

🇸🇦 زيادة مفاجئة

🇨🇿 nárůst

🇸🇰 nárast

🇨🇳 激增

🇸🇮 porast

🇮🇸 aukning

🇰🇿 күрт өсу

🇬🇪 ზრდა

🇦🇿 artım

🇲🇽 aumento

Word origin

The word 'upsurge' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'up' and 'surge'. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is commonly used in contexts related to growth, increase, and sudden rises in various areas.