noun
- a sudden large increase in something
verb
- to increase suddenly and dramatically
Usage: intransitive
Examples
- There was an upsurge in crime during the summer months.
- The company experienced an upsurge in sales after the new product launch.
- An upsurge of anger swept through the crowd.
- Tourism is expected to upsurge once travel restrictions are lifted.
- The stock market showed a significant upsurge yesterday.
- Interest in renewable energy has upsurged in recent years.
- The upsurge in housing prices made it difficult for first-time buyers.