Sudden

adjective
/ˈsʌdən/

Meaning

happening or done quickly and unexpectedly; abrupt
occurring or done quickly and unexpectedly

Example Sentences

There was a sudden change in the weather.

The sudden change in the weather surprised everyone.

Synonyms

abrupt, unexpected, rapid, swift, instantaneous, quick
Entry 1
abrupt, unexpected, rapid, swift
Entry 2
unexpected, abrupt, instantaneous, quick

Antonyms

gradual, slow, expected, planned
Entry 1
gradual, slow, expected, planned
Entry 2
gradual, expected, slow

Collocations

sudden change, sudden death, sudden movement, sudden shock
Entry 1
sudden change, sudden death, sudden movement
Entry 2
sudden change, sudden movement, sudden shock

More Example Sentences

We were shocked to find the store closed suddenly.

They were shocked to learn the flight was cancelled suddenly.

A pilot flies a plane through a sudden storm over the Atlantic Ocean

A pilot flies a plane through a sudden storm over the Atlantic Ocean while keeping the passengers calm

A pilot flies a plane through a sudden storm over the Atlantic Ocean while keeping the passengers calm by speaking over the intercom

A pilot flies a plane through a sudden storm over the Atlantic Ocean while keeping the passengers calm by speaking over the intercom in a steady voice

A pilot flies a plane through a sudden storm over the Atlantic Ocean while keeping the passengers calm by speaking over the intercom in a steady voice and assuring them of their safety

A pilot flies a plane through a sudden storm over the Atlantic Ocean while keeping the passengers calm by speaking over the intercom in a steady voice and assuring them of their safety until the turbulence subsides

A pilot flies a plane through a sudden storm over the Atlantic Ocean while keeping the passengers calm by speaking over the intercom in a steady voice and assuring them of their safety until the turbulence subsides and the sky clears

A pilot flies a plane through a sudden storm over the Atlantic Ocean while keeping the passengers calm by speaking over the intercom in a steady voice and assuring them of their safety until the turbulence subsides and the sky clears allowing for a smooth landing.

Related Vocabularies

causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving
open to discussion or doubt; not certain
not active; not working; dormant; idle
Awkward, clumsy, or lacking grace in movement or appearance.
demanding a lot of effort, attention, or precision
Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

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