sudden

Definition

  • noun: an unexpected occurrence
  • adjective: happening or coming unexpectedly
  • adjective: happening, coming, or done very quickly in a way that is usually not expected
  • synonyms: emergency, unexpected, unusual

Examples

  • There were no instances of the disease here until it 'suddenly' appeared last year.

  • The director's 'sudden' departure leaves the organization's future uncertain.

  • I was walking down the street when, 'all of a sudden', it started raining.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) of roofies, is memory loss. You are literally too stupid to insult. Thank you. Hey, come on. Did we leave the music on? Don't make any sudden movements. Who the hell are you?/ Who the hell are you? Quiet. Mike Tyson? This is my favorite (..)
    2009 The Hangover