surgent

/ˈsɜːrdʒənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

growing or becoming more powerful or widespread rapidly

“The surging popularity of the new TV show caught everyone by surprise.”

2. noun

a sudden increase in the number or amount of something

“The surgent demand for the product led to a shortage.”

Synonyms

  • explosive
  • meteoric

Antonyms

  • declining
  • waning