Rushed

/rʌʃt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to move with urgent haste; to hurry

She rushed to the station to catch her train.

to do or perform something in a hurried manner

He rushed through his homework to join his friends.

to attack or advance upon swiftly

The soldiers rushed the enemy position without hesitation.

adjective

done or occurring with great haste or urgency

They made a rushed decision without fully considering the options.

characterized by haste; hurried

Her rushed movements made it clear she was late for a meeting.

Derived from Middle English 'rushe', from Old English 'ryscan', meaning to hurry.

rush hour

The time of day when traffic is at its heaviest due to people commuting.

rush into something

To hurry into a situation without careful consideration.

rush of adrenaline

A sudden surge of excitement or energy.

down to the wire

Close to the last moment, often under time pressure.

rush

To move with urgency; to do something in a hurry.

hurry

To move or act with speed.

haste

Excessive speed or urgency of movement or action.

Rushing things

Stop rushing things; you'll make a mistake.

Get your rush

I get my rush from racing cars.