Sudden

Meaning

happening or done quickly and unexpectedly; abrupt

occurring or done quickly and unexpectedly

Example Sentences

There was a sudden change in the weather.

The sudden change in the weather surprised everyone.

Synonyms

abrupt, unexpected, rapid, swift, instantaneous, quick

Entry 1

abrupt, unexpected, rapid, swift

Entry 2

unexpected, abrupt, instantaneous, quick

Antonyms

gradual, slow, expected, planned

Entry 1

gradual, slow, expected, planned

Entry 2

gradual, expected, slow

Collocations

sudden change, sudden death, sudden movement, sudden shock

Entry 1

sudden change, sudden death, sudden movement

Entry 2

sudden change, sudden movement, sudden shock