thrust
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /θrʌst/
KK: /θrʌst/
intransitive verb
Definition
To push or drive something forward with force, often in a sudden or strong manner.
Example
The knight thrust his sword forward during the battle.
Tense Forms
Past: thrust
Past Participle: thrust
Conversation
Did you see how he thrust that sword in the movie?
Yeah, it was so intense! I couldn’t believe the action scenes.
I know, right? I almost felt like I was there with the way they thrust the weapons.
Totally! It made the whole fight feel so realistic.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jab
lunge
push
Antonyms
withdraw
recede
retreat
noun
Definition
A strong push or force that moves something forward, often used to describe a sudden or powerful action.
Example
The knight delivered a swift thrust with his sword during the duel.
Conversation
Did you see that move in the fight scene?
Yeah, the main character made a powerful thrust with the sword!
It looked so realistic, I felt the impact.
transitive verb
Definition
To push or drive something with force, often suddenly or violently.
Example
He thrust the door open to let in the fresh air.
Tense Forms
Past: thrust
Past Participle: thrust
Conversation
Did you see how he thrust that sword in the movie?
Yeah, it was so dramatic!
I felt like I could almost feel the energy when he thrust it forward.
Root Explanation
Thrust → The word 'thrust' originates from Old English 'þrustan', meaning to push or shove. It describes the action of pushing something forcefully.
Memory Tip
Imagine pushing something with force — that's what 'thrust' means, coming from the Old English word for pushing.
Visually Confused Words
trust
upthrust
unthrust
rethrust
inthrust
trusty
thrast
thirst