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Learn the meaning of suddenly, an adverb that describes something happening quickly and unexpectedly. See how to use it in sentences and compare it with other related words.
Synonyms for SUDDENLY: abruptly, unexpectedly, quickly, rapidly, short, on a sudden, immediately, fast; Antonyms of SUDDENLY: slowly, gradually, hesitantly, sluggishly, leisurely, obviously, tardily, laggardly
If you're driving at night and a deer jumps out in front of you, you might suddenly have to swerve to avoid it. Suddenly is the kind of adverb you might use a lot if you're describing the plot of an action movie, a mystery novel, or any story in which lots of unexpected things happen.
Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the word sudden, which can be an adjective or a noun. Sudden means happening or coming unexpectedly, changing angle or character all at once, or marked by or showing haste.
Add to word list. in a sudden way; very quickly or unexpectedly: Suddenly, from somewhere behind us, a loud voice spoke out. Carpenter suddenly felt dizzy. (Definition of suddenly from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
Learn the meaning and usage of the word suddenly, which means happening quickly and unexpectedly. Find synonyms, related words, pronunciation, and examples of suddenly in sentences.
Suddenly definition: quickly and without warning; unexpectedly. See examples of SUDDENLY used in a sentence.
