Gust
Noun
Definition: A sudden strong rush of wind.
Definition: A sudden burst of emotion or feeling.
Synonyms: Blast, Flurry, Burst
Antonyms: Calm, Stillness
Examples:
- The gust of wind blew the leaves off the trees.
- She was overcome with a gust of anger.
Mnemonics:
- Imagine a gust of wind blowing forcefully, creating chaos.
- Think of a gust of emotion suddenly overwhelming someone.
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English, from Old Norse 'gustr', related to Norwegian 'gus'.
Historical Usage:The word has been used in English since the Middle Ages to describe a sudden strong wind or a strong burst of emotion.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"In the gust of passion"
Explanation:Refers to acting impulsively or without thinking due to strong emotions.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'gust' with 'gut'.
Explanation:'Gust' refers to a sudden wind or burst of feeling, while 'gut' refers to the intestines or one's intuition.