METEORIC Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

meteoric

adjective

Definition of meteoric

as in rapid

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as in volatile

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Recent Examples of meteoric The Label Drama There seemed to be no ceiling for NewJeans’ meteoric rise. — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 21 July 2026 His World Cup coming-out party wasn’t perfect but was an excellent cap to his meteoric rise at the club level over the past year. — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 20 July 2026 For Spain, a win would mark a meteoric rise for a young and thrilling squad and their 19-year-old phenom Lamine Yamal, who despite an injury to his quad earlier this spring, has flashed greatness throughout the tournament. — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 19 July 2026 And that’s from an acclaimed Oscar nominee who has enjoyed a meteoric rise over the past few years despite not looking like a matinee idol. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for meteoric

Recent Examples of Synonyms for meteoric

Adjective

That design philosophy allows manufacturers to prioritize rapid production, simpler assembly and lower manufacturing costs without compromising mission performance.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026
Patents filed earlier in the 'gold rush' are often granted with broader coverage on average than applications filed later due to the rapid growth in prior art patent filings.

— Peter Su, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of rapid

Adjective

Inflation remains volatile in many countries, reflecting varied conditions in markets around the world.

— John M. Bremen, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Beyond the oil and gas industry, major banks including JPMorgan are making record profits during the ongoing war thanks to heavy trading volumes as investors rush to dump volatile assets or buy the dip.

— Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 30 July 2026

Definition of volatile

Adjective

Simply put, the Chiefs’ offense needs to be more versatile and dynamic after finishing 15th, 15th and 21st in points scored the last three seasons.

— Vahe Gregorian July 30, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
The article concludes that continuous innovation, rather than protectionist policies, is the true key to staying competitive in the dynamic semiconductor sector.

— John Tamny, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of dynamic

Adjective

However, Venus is getting some harsh contact from Mars and Saturn, which probably feels most acute on August 21, when Venus opposes Saturn.

— Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
These figures reflect the dismal state of rural-health-care infrastructure, which is particularly acute in maternity care.

— Keith Humphreys, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026

Definition of acute

Adjective

Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee’s relationship just might be one of Hollywood’s most whirlwind romances.

— Christina Perrier, InStyle, 10 July 2026
For all the breathless coverage devoted to celebrity engagements, weddings, and whirlwind divorces, some of Hollywood’s most enduring love stories involve couples who never bothered with the paperwork.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 1 July 2026

Definition of whirlwind

Adjective

Winning her first start at Churchill Downs by four lengths, her Hall of Fame conditioner had a good feeling about this granddaughter of the speedy Paynter.

— Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
The Fifth Amendment and a handful of others were focused on criminal justice issues, with other amendments including things like the right to a lawyer and a speedy jury trial, and a prohibition of cruel and unusual punishment.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026