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Meaning of lurch
The primary meaning of the word "lurch" is to move suddenly or violently, often causing loss of balance or stability.
Etymology of lurch
The word "lurch" has its origins in the 15th century, derived from the Middle English word "lurchen", which is related to the Old English word "lurcan", meaning "to stumble" or "to stagger"
Historically, the word has been used to describe a sudden or violent movement, often in a nautical or maritime context, such as the lurching of a ship in rough seas
Synonyms
stumble
stagger
lunge
careen
tilt
tip
lean
sway
wobble
teeter
totter
reel
spin
whirl
twirl
pivot
veer
swerve
divert
deviate
stray
meander
zigzag
dodge
weave
bob
jerk
jolt
jounce
quiver
shudder
shake
tremble
quiver
quake
rock
pitch
plunge
drop
fall
collapse
crumple
slump
sink
sag
droop
flag
falter
hesitate
pause
halt
stop
slow
Definitions
- To move suddenly or violently in a particular direction, often causing loss of balance or stability
- * To experience a sudden and violent movement, especially one that throws someone or something off balance
- * To make a sudden and unsteady movement, often in a particular direction
Usage Examples
- The ship lurched violently to one side as it hit the wave
- * She lurched forward, grabbing the door handle to steady herself
- * The car lurched to a stop, throwing the passengers forward