Meaning & Definition of word "Thrust"

Thrust

/θrʌst/

noun:

  • 1. a sudden or violent push or movement.
    • Example: The thrust of the rocket propelled it into the sky.
  • 2. the main point or essence of something.
    • Example: The thrust of her argument was that we need more funding for education.

verb:

  • 1. to push something suddenly or violently in a specified direction.
    • Example: He thrust his hand into his pocket to find his keys.
  • 2. to forcefully or suddenly push something forward.
    • Example: The soldier thrust his bayonet at the enemy.

Etymology

Middle English thrusten, from Old English thurstian; akin to Old High German drustan to fall.

Common Phrases and Expressions

thrust into:

To suddenly put oneself or something into a situation.

thrust upon:

To impose something unwanted on someone.

Related Words

push:

To exert force on something to move it.

lunge:

A sudden forward movement.

jab:

A quick, sharp thrust with a pointed object.

Slang Meanings of thrust

Meaning: To make a strong social or romantic advance.

Example Sentence: He was really trying to thrust himself into her life.

Meaning: To assert oneself aggressively in a conversation or situation.

Example Sentence: She didn't hesitate to thrust her opinion at the meeting.