Definition
汹涌 describes a violent, turbulent surge — used for waves, emotions, or crowds. It's stronger and more vivid than 涌 (a general 'surge' or 'gush'), and more physical than 动荡 (turmoil/unrest). Unlike 汇 or 汇集 (which imply convergence), 汹涌 emphasizes the force and intensity of the surge itself.
verb
to surge violently (of water, emotions, crowds)turbulent
Examples
- 汹涌，。Hǎimiàn shàng de bōlàng xiōng yǒng, xiǎochuán yáohuàng de hěn lìhài.The waves on the sea surface surged violently, and the small boat rocked very badly.
- 汹涌。Tā xīnzhōng xiōng yǒng de fènnù zhōngyú bàofā le.The surging anger in his heart finally burst out.
- 汹涌，。Rénliú xiōng yǒng, chǎngmiàn shífēn zhuàngguān.The flow of people surged, and the scene was spectacular.
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