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

  • (..) No! - Operator. - I need an exit, fast. There was an accident. Goddamn car accident. All of a sudden, boom. Somebody up there still likes me. I got you. Just get me out of here fast. Nearest exit, Franklin and Erie. An old TV repair shop. (..)
    1999 The Matrix