upsurgence
- noun
- /ˈʌpˌsɜrdʒəns/
- There was a sudden upsurgence of bubbles as the diver disturbed the lake bed.
Examples
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There was an unexpected upsurgence of gas from the well.
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Scientists observed an upsurgence of volcanic gases escaping through new cracks in the earth.
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The upsurgence of groundwater after the heavy rains flooded the lower fields.
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The upsurgence of water caused flooding in the area.
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The upsurgence of groundwater after the heavy rains flooded the lower fields.
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Scientists observed an upsurgence of volcanic gases escaping through new cracks in the earth.
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There was an upsurgence of bubbles as the diver disturbed the lake bed.
Synonyms
A small upward slope in land or a surface
A sudden rise by a large amount
An upward movement to a higher position
A sudden strong increase in activity or interest
A sudden rash of red spots that appears on the skin
The act of something hidden becoming known or seen
An upward movement of water or gas from below to the surface
An upward movement of air or water
A rise of water, lava, or other material from below toward the surface
A flow that moves upward in the air or toward the start of a river
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Morphology
Etymology
Upsurgence joins up ('up') and surge ('a sudden strong movement'), the same root as surge. So an upsurgence can picture water or gas suddenly pushing up from below, a sudden upward movement or emergence.