Gust

/ɡʌst/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A brief, strong burst of wind.

A sudden gust of wind knocked the hat off his head.

A strong, brief rush of air or a similar force.

The gust of air from the opened door sent papers flying across the room.

A sudden, strong feeling or emotion.

She felt a gust of joy when she heard the good news.

verb

To blow in a sudden, strong burst.

The wind gusted fiercely, causing the trees to sway.

Middle English, from Old Norse 'gustr', meaning 'a breeze or blast of wind'.

a gust of wind

A sudden increase in the speed of the wind.

to gust up

To increase in power or intensity suddenly.

like a gust of wind

Very quick or sudden.

wind

The natural movement of air, especially as it affects the earth's weather.

gale

A very strong wind.

A sudden strong inclination or urge.

I had a gust to dance when the music started.

A strong, sudden burst of humor or laughter.

Her joke gave me a gust.