Meteoric

usgb/ˌmiːtiˈɔːrɪk/
adjective

Increasing or developing very fast.

His career had a meteoric rise.
Visual representation of "meteoric" - Increasing or developing very fast

Often appears as...

  • meteoric rise
  • meteoric growth
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Sudden Impact

Used to describe something accelerating very quickly and often unexpectedly, indicating surprise or astonishment.

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Her app gained meteoric popularity overnight.
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Not Long-Term

Implies a rapid change that might not last for a long time, hinting at a potential quick decline after the rise.

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Despite the meteoric success, the company struggled the following year.
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Intensity Connotation

Carries a connotation of intensity and powerful action, often associated with exciting or dramatic developments.

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The band's meteoric rise to fame was fueled by their viral hit song.
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