lurch (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /lɜːrtʃ/

Definition

To move suddenly and uncontrollably, often with a rocking or staggering motion.

Examples

• The car lurched to the side as the driver swerved to avoid the pothole.

• He lurched to his feet, feeling dizzy after standing up too quickly.

• The ship lurched violently in the stormy sea.

How to Use lurch

lurch forward (phrasal verb)

To move suddenly and uncontrollably in a forward direction. — "The car lurched forward when the traffic light turned green."

lurch to the side (prepositional phrase)

To move suddenly and uncontrollably towards one side. — "The boat lurched to the side, nearly throwing the passengers overboard."

lurch into (prepositional phrase)

To move suddenly and uncontrollably into a particular state or situation. — "The company lurched into bankruptcy after a series of bad investments."

Synonyms of lurch

Words with a similar meaning to lurch:

• stagger
• sway
• rock
• jerk

Antonyms of lurch

Words with the opposite meaning to lurch:

• glide
• flow

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