upheaval
|up/heav/al|
B2
/ʌpˈhiːvəl/
sudden change
Etymology
Etymology Information
'upheaval' originates from the combination of 'up' and 'heave', where 'heave' meant 'to lift or raise'.
Historical Evolution
'heave' changed from Old English word 'hebban' and eventually became the modern English word 'heave'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lift or raise something', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a violent or sudden change'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a violent or sudden change or disruption to something.
The political upheaval led to widespread protests.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40