Synonyms for

Gusts

Verb / gʌsts / Another word for gusts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sudden, strong movements of wind.

Synonyms & similar words

blast blow gust blasts bursts puffs squalls surges flurries gales rushes whirlwinds blusters drafts breezes tempests zephyrs storms windstorms hurricanes typhoons cyclones tornadoes

Example sentences

  1. The gusts of wind knocked over the trash cans.
  2. I could hear the gusts of wind howling outside.
  3. The gusts of wind made the tree branches sway.
  4. The gusts of wind made it hard to walk.
  5. The gusts of wind blew my hat off.

Quotes

  • 'The wind was a torrent of darkness among the gusty trees.' - Robert Louis Stevenson
  • 'It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.' - Charles Dickens
  • 'Ever since the hurricane, the wind had been gusting outside, and the rain was beating against the windows.' - Nicholas Sparks

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