Pronunciation

/rʌʃ/

Definitions

Noun

• A rush (n): An intense surge or flurry of activity, often characterized by hurriedness. For example: “There was a rush of people leaving the theater after the performance.”
• A rush of emotions (n): A sudden overwhelming feeling or outpouring of strong feelings. For example: “The memory of that moment brought on a rush of nostalgia.”

Verb

• To rush (v):
  • To move quickly or hurriedly: “She rushed to catch the train.”
  • To perform an action hastily: “They rushed to complete the project before the deadline.”
  • In medicine, to administer a medication quickly: “The nurse rushed the patient to the emergency room.”

Adjective

• Rushed (adj): Done or occurring with haste; hurried. For example: “The artist worked on the painting in a rushed manner.”
• Rushing (adj): Characterized by or causing a rapid flow: “The river was rushing towards the ocean.”

Phrases

• “Be in a rush” means to be hurried or have limited time.
• “Rush hour” refers to the busiest time of day for travel.
• “Rush to judgment” warns against making quick and unfair decisions.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The employees were in a rush to finish their tasks before the end of the day.”
• Verb: “He rushed to the store, hoping to catch the last-minute sale.”
• Adjective: “The newlyweds were rushing through their wedding ceremony due to unforeseen circumstances.”

Synonyms

• Hurry
• Sprint
• Scramble
• Haste
• Sprinter