gush (Meaning)

Wordnet

gush (n)

a sudden rapid flow (as of water)

an unrestrained expression of emotion

Wordnet

gush (v)

gush forth in a sudden stream or jet

praise enthusiastically

issue in a jet; come out in a jet; stream or spring forth

Webster

gush (v. i.)

To issue with violence and rapidity, as a fluid; to rush forth as a fluid from confinement; to flow copiously.

To make a sentimental or untimely exhibition of affection; to display enthusiasm in a silly, demonstrative manner.

Webster

gush (v. t.)

A sudden and violent issue of a fluid from an inclosed plase; an emission of a liquid in a large quantity, and with force; the fluid thus emitted; a rapid outpouring of anything; as, a gush of song from a bird.

A sentimental exhibition of affection or enthusiasm, etc.; effusive display of sentiment.

gush Sentence Examples

  1. The broken pipe gushed water into the street, creating a torrent.
  2. The oil tycoon gushed about his newfound wealth, flaunting his riches.
  3. The child gushed with excitement after receiving the long-awaited gift.
  4. The artist's latest work gushed with vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes.
  5. The speaker's words gushed forth, captivating the audience with their eloquence.
  6. The teacher's praise flowed in a gush of compliments, boosting the student's confidence.
  7. The waterfall gushed down the mountainside, creating a thunderous roar.
  8. The wound gushed with blood, requiring immediate medical attention.
  9. The dam was on the verge of bursting, threatening to unleash a gush of water.
  10. The broken hydrant gushed water onto the lawn, creating a temporary oasis in the dry summer heat.

FAQs About the word gush

a sudden rapid flow (as of water), an unrestrained expression of emotion, gush forth in a sudden stream or jet, praise enthusiastically, issue in a jet; come ou

flow, outpouring, exodus,outflow, flight, outpour, rush, drain, emanation, emigration

flux, inflow, overflow, torrent, influx, flood, flux, overflow, torrent, influx

The broken pipe gushed water into the street, creating a torrent.

The oil tycoon gushed about his newfound wealth, flaunting his riches.

The child gushed with excitement after receiving the long-awaited gift.

The artist's latest work gushed with vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes.