irruption (Meaning)
irruption (n)
a sudden violent entrance; a bursting in
a sudden sharp increase in the relative numbers of a population
a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition)
irruption (n.)
A bursting in; a sudden, violent rushing into a place; as, irruptions of the sea.
A sudden and violent inroad, or entrance of invaders; as, the irruptions of the Goths into Italy.
Synonyms & Antonyms of irruption
irruption Sentence Examples
- The unexpected irruption of the guest left everyone in surprise.
- The irruption of the army into the enemy territory caused widespread chaos.
- The celebration was marked by an irruption of joy and laughter.
- The sudden irruption of the floodwaters wreaked havoc in the coastal town.
- The irruption of volcanic ash disrupted air travel and caused respiratory problems.
- The arrival of the new manager sparked an irruption of optimism among the employees.
- The irruption of the disease took the medical community by surprise and strained healthcare resources.
- The sudden irruption of a thunderstorm forced the outdoor concert to be canceled.
- The irruption of protesters at the political rally escalated tensions and led to clashes with police.
- The irruption of racial tensions in the community prompted town hall meetings and calls for unity.
FAQs About the word irruption
a sudden violent entrance; a bursting in, a sudden sharp increase in the relative numbers of a population, a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of s
raid, invasion,incursion, onslaught, strike,inroad, descent, assault, foray, air raid
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The unexpected irruption of the guest left everyone in surprise.
The irruption of the army into the enemy territory caused widespread chaos.
The celebration was marked by an irruption of joy and laughter.
The sudden irruption of the floodwaters wreaked havoc in the coastal town.