groundswell

Meanings

• noun

  A strong public pressure or emotion for a particular idea or policy.

  - "The groundswell of public opinion forced the government to change its policy."
  - "The groundswell of support for the new product was overwhelming."

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Rhymes

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swell , knell , tell , shell

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Variants

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ground swell , ground swells , groundswell , groundswells

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Etymology

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Originally used to describe a swell or surge of the sea or ground, metaphorically used to describe a popular movement or emotion.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'groundswell' was first used in the English language in the late 16th century.

2. The term has its roots in the Old English word 'grundscweal,' which means 'ground swell' or 'earthquake.'

3. Groundswell can also refer to a strong magnetic field that surrounds the Earth.

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Related Concepts

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1. grassroots movement: A political or social movement that arises from the grassroots level, often driven by individuals and communities rather than political or corporate elites.

2. public opinion: The collective attitudes, views, and opinions of the general public on various issues and matters.

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Culture

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The term 'groundswell' has been used in various literary and artistic works to describe a popular movement or emotion. For instance, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel 'The Great Gatsby,' the term is used to describe the growing disillusionment and moral decay of the American society.

How to Memorize "groundswell"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large wave building up from the ground or sea, representing the growing public pressure or emotion.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with the idea of a groundswell or surge, such as a swell of the sea or a surge of emotion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'GPS' to remember the definition of groundswell: Groundswell is a 'G'round 'P'ublic 'S'well of opinion or emotion.

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