Synonyms for

Rush

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

Definition

to move or act with great haste, to hurry

Synonyms & similar words

stimulate festinate rushed delay rushing race surge linger flush charge boot spate upsurge haste kick bang induce hurry hotfoot speed thrill hasten hie hurry dash sprint scamper bolt race run gallop dart speed hasten accelerate whirlwind burst blitz stampede charge surge storm flood

Synonyms by register

Formal

hasten expedite accelerate hurry

Informal

dash bolt scramble leg it

Literary

career surge precipitate

Antonyms

amble linger delay wait loiter dawdle saunter

Common collocations

  • rush hour
  • rush to judgment
  • rush into
  • rush out
  • in a rush
  • rush job
  • rush order

Word family

noun rush
verb rush
adjective rushed

Usage note

The word 'rush' often implies a hurried or careless action. Be mindful of its connotation when choosing between synonyms.

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Example sentences

  1. I need to rush to finish my homework before bedtime.
  2. The doctor told us to rush to the hospital.
  3. Don't rush when you're crossing the street.
  4. I always rush to the store before it closes.
  5. We need to rush to catch the bus.

Quotes

  • Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a city.
  • The foolish rush to make decisions before they have thought things through.
  • Haste makes waste.

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