lurching
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈlɜːrtʃɪŋ/
KK: /ˈlɜrʧɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of moving suddenly and unsteadily, often in a way that is difficult to control.
Example
The boat was lurching in the rough sea, making it hard for the passengers to stay balanced.
Conversation
Did you see that movie where the guy was lurching around after he got hit?
Yeah, it was so funny how he kept stumbling everywhere.
Right? The lurching made the whole scene even funnier.
Absolutely! It added a lot to the comedic timing.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stagger
sway
wobble
Antonyms
steady
balance
stability
verb
Definition
To move suddenly and unsteadily, often in a way that is awkward or uncontrolled.
Example
The boat was lurching in the rough sea, making it hard for the passengers to keep their balance.
Tense Forms
Past: lurched
Past Participle: lurched
Conversation
Did you see the way that car was lurching down the street?
Yeah, it looked like the driver was having a tough time controlling it.
I thought it might crash at any moment!
Root Explanation
Lurching → The word 'lurch' originates from the early 19th century, possibly from the dialectal English 'lurche', meaning to sway or stagger. The suffix '-ing' indicates the action or process of the verb. Thus, 'lurching' describes the action of swaying or staggering.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone swaying or staggering as they walk — that's what 'lurching' means, coming from the idea of moving unsteadily.
Visually Confused Words
urchin
uparching
slouching
churching
ruching
luhinga
arching