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meteoric

/ˌmiːtiˈɒrɪk/ · /ˌmiːtiˈɔːrɪk/

CEFR level C2Topic WorkWord #7293 in the learning path

迅速而惊人的

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Definitions

adj. Developing or becoming successful with remarkable speed

迅速而惊人的

adj. Relating to meteors

流星的

Example

Her meteoric rise surprised everyone at the small theatre.

她迅速走红,让小剧院里的所有人都感到惊讶。

The meteoric growth of online shopping has transformed consumer habits and increased demand for delivery services.

网购的迅猛增长改变了消费习惯,也增加了对配送服务的需求。

Collocations

  • a meteoric rise
  • meteoric growth
  • meteoric success

Word family

  • meteor (n.)
  • meteorically (adv.)

Synonyms

  • rapid
  • spectacular

Antonyms

  • gradual

Usage tip

常修饰rise,强调崛起迅速,不一定短暂。

FAQ

What does meteoric mean?
Developing or becoming successful with remarkable speed Relating to meteors
How is meteoric pronounced?
UK /ˌmiːtiˈɒrɪk/, US /ˌmiːtiˈɔːrɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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