gangbuster

/ˈɡæŋbʌstər/

Definitions

1. noun

A very successful person or thing; a bestseller

“The new novel became a gangbuster and stayed at the top of the charts for weeks.”

2. verb

To make or become extremely successful or popular

“The new restaurant gangbusters in the city, attracting thousands of customers every week.”

Synonyms

  • bestseller
  • blockbuster
  • sensation

Antonyms

  • disaster
  • flop