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skyrocket
This term conveys a sense of explosive, vertical growth that is often perceived as uncontrollable or alarming. It suggests a trajectory that is not just fast, but steep, mirroring the sudden ascent of a physical rocket. While words like increase or rise are neutral, this word carries a high-energy connotation of volatility and extreme speed.
Usage is most frequent in economic or statistical contexts, such as discussing inflation, housing prices, or popularity. It is typically used to describe a trend that catches people by surprise or creates a state of urgency, making it more evocative than the clinical term escalate.
Meanings
Examples
Housing prices in the city have skyrocketed over the last decade.
Demand for the new smartphone is expected to skyrocket after the launch.
Wait until the holiday season and the cost of flights will skyrocket.
The number of online orders skyrocketed during the lockdown.
My stress levels skyrocketed when I realized the deadline was tomorrow.
The popularity of the indie game skyrocketed overnight thanks to a viral video.
If we do not control the spread, the infection rate could skyrocket.
I can not believe how much gas prices skyrocketed this month.