Definitions

1. noun

a sudden or unsteady movement or step

“The actor’s character took a lurch to the left, catching the audience off guard.”

2. verb

to move suddenly or unsteadily

“The car lurches forward as the driver presses the gas pedal.”

3. verb

to change suddenly or unsteadily

“The market lurches from boom to bust.”

4. noun

a sudden or violent jolt or shock

“The train was hit by a lurch that sent passengers tumbling.”