groundswell
/ˈɡraʊndˌswɛl/
noun
- A sudden, strong increase in public opinion or feeling about something.
- The politician faced a groundswell of anger after the controversial decision.
- There was a groundswell of support for the new park in the neighborhood.
- A groundswell of enthusiasm for the charity event led to record donations.
- A large, deep wave that moves slowly and steadily, often caused by an earthquake or distant storm.
- The surfer waited for the perfect groundswell to ride to shore.
- The sailors felt a groundswell beneath the boat long before the storm arrived.
- A powerful groundswell from the earthquake caused damage along the coast.
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