Meteoric

/miːˈtɔːrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Rising very quickly and suddenly, like a meteor; also relating to meteors or meteorites.

Etymology

From Latin 'meteoricus,' derived from Greek 'meteoron' (meaning 'thing in the sky'). Originally referred to atmospheric phenomena, it evolved to describe anything with a sudden, dramatic rise.

Kelly Says

A meteoric rise describes rapid success like that of social media stars who go from unknown to famous in months—but real meteors moving at 44,000 mph are so fast they burn up before reaching Earth! The metaphor captures the idea of something appearing suddenly and burning bright.

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