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meteoric

me·te·or·ic

meteoric

 
pronunciation:
mi ti o rihk
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: of, pertaining to, or consisting of meteors.
synonyms:
meteoritic
definition 2: like a meteor in speed or brilliance.
His meteoric rise to power surprised everyone.
synonyms:
lightning
similar words:
blazing, brilliant, fiery, flaming, quick, rapid, speedy, starry, sudden, swift
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derivation: meteorically (adv.)