plunge

/plʌndʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to jump or fall suddenly into a state or situation, especially one that is unpleasant or unexpected

“She felt a sense of panic and plunged into the depths of despair.”

2. verb

to put or push something suddenly into a state or situation

“He plunged his hands into the icy water to rescue the dog.”

3. noun

a sudden or unexpected act of falling or jumping into a state or situation

“The plunge into the unknown was both thrilling and terrifying.”

4. noun

a sudden or sharp decline in price or value, especially in the stock market

“The company experienced a significant plunge in its stock price after the announcement.”

5. noun

a sudden or sharp descent or fall, especially in a liquid or through a gap

“The swimmer took a plunge into the pool and started to swim laps.”

Synonyms

  • dive
  • jump
  • leap
  • tumble

Antonyms

  • ascend
  • rise