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me·te·or·ic
meteoric
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- pronunciation:
- mi
ti
o
rihk
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
of, pertaining to, or consisting of meteors.
- synonyms:
- meteoritic
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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.) |
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