Exsurge

/ɛkˈsɜːrdʒ/ verb

Definition

To rise up or surge forth; to emerge suddenly with force or vigor.

Etymology

From Latin ex- (out, up) + surgere (to rise or swell). The word combines 'out' with 'surge,' suggesting an upward movement that's sudden and powerful.

Kelly Says

Imagine a volcano—that's exsurgence in action, when something that's been building beneath the surface suddenly bursts forth with tremendous energy.

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