骤
gallop; rapid; sudden
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesverb
to gallop; to run quickly
literaryOriginally describes the fast running of horses, now rarely used in modern daily language.
A fine horse gallops across the grassland.
Ancient people often used gallop to describe extremely fast speed.
adjective
rapid; swift; sudden
formalUsed to describe weather, movements or changes happening at high speed.
A violent storm has started outside the window.
This sudden cold weather has made many people catch a cold.
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The sudden drop in temperature broke the spring warmth.
adverb
suddenly; abruptly; unexpectedly
Used to modify verbs to describe actions or changes happening unexpectedly and quickly.
A strong wind suddenly rose, and the sky darkened instantly.
Hearing this news, her face suddenly changed expression.
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He suddenly stepped back to avoid the flying basketball.
The atmosphere suddenly changed, and the previously lively room fell silent instantly.
His attitude suddenly shifted from cold to very enthusiastic.