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Meaning of rushing
The primary meaning of the word "rushing" is moving quickly or hurriedly.
Etymology of rushing
The word "rushing" originated from the Old English word "rūsan" or "rūsian" which means to rush or to attack, and the Middle English word "russen" or "rushing" which means to rush or to hurry
Historically, the word "rushing" has been used to describe the act of moving quickly or hurriedly, often with a sense of urgency or excitement
Synonyms
hurrying
speeding
dashing
rushing
hastening
accelerating
expediting
quickening
sprinting
racing
running
bolting
darting
zooming
zipping
flashing
fleeting
whizzing
whirling
swirling
twirling
spinning
scurrying
scuttling
tearing
careening
stampeding
galloping
cantering
trotting
pacing
Definitions
- Moving quickly or hurriedly, typically because you are in a hurry or excited
- * Moving or flowing quickly and strongly, often with a loud noise
- * Acting or done quickly and hurriedly, often without careful thought or consideration
Usage Examples
- The fans were rushing to get to the front of the stage to see their favorite band
- * The water was rushing over the edge of the dam, creating a powerful waterfall
- * She was rushing to finish her project before the deadline
Antonyms
slowing
stopping
delaying
hesitating
pausing
lingering
dawdling
loafing
idling
lounging
strolling
ambling
sauntering
plodding
trudging
dragging
creeping
crawling
limping