Word
rushing
Phoneticsrush·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɹəʃɪŋ/
UK/ɹˈʌʃɪŋ/
Definitions
01moving quickly
A2 · Elementary
v. moving or doing something very fast because you are in a hurry.
v. the present participle of 'rush', indicating rapid movement or the performance of a task with great haste.
“I saw him rushing to the station because he was late for his train.”
“The commuters were rushing through the terminal, barely noticing the buskers playing near the entrance during the peak morning hour.”
Antonyms
02fast-moving water
B1 · Intermediate
adj. moving very fast and with a lot of force, usually describing water or air.
adj. characterised by a rapid, forceful flow or surge.
“The sound of the rushing river kept us awake all night.”
“After the heavy storm, the rushing torrents of water carved new paths through the valley, carrying debris far downstream.”
03a sudden surge
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. a sudden, strong movement or a powerful feeling that comes quickly.
n. the act of moving forward with a sudden surge or a rapid, forceful flow.
“She felt a rushing of wind as the high-speed train passed the platform.”
“The sudden rushing of blood to his face betrayed his embarrassment, even though he tried to maintain a calm expression during the interview.”
Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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