upsurge
UK: ˈʌpsɜːdʒ | US: ˈʌpsɜːrdʒ
n. a sudden and significant increase or rise (e.g., in activity, emotion, or quantity)
vi. to rise or increase suddenly and powerfully
upsurge = up<upward> + surge<rise suddenly>
- up (from Old English up, meaning "upward" or "to a higher position")
- surge (from Latin surgere via Old French sourge, meaning "to rise suddenly or swell")
Etymology Origin:
The word upsurge combines up, a directional term from Old English, with surge, derived from Latin surgere ("to rise"). The fusion reflects a vivid image of upward motion, originally literal (e.g., waves) but later metaphorical (e.g., emotions, trends). Its modern usage (19th century onward) emphasizes abrupt, forceful increases.
The protests caused an upsurge in political activism.
After the announcement, there was an upsurge in stock prices.
Her heart upsurged with joy when she heard the news.
The region experienced an upsurge in tourism last summer.
Social media led to an upsurge in viral challenges.