rollercoaster
Translation
rollercoaster, big dipper
Examples
We went on the rollercoaster at the fair.
We went on the rollercoaster at the fair.
It's been an emotional rollercoaster.
It's been an emotional rollercoaster.
Grammar Patterns
a/the rollercoaster a ride at a fairground We went on the rollercoaster at the fair.
an emotional rollercoaster a situation with many ups and downs It's been an emotional rollercoaster.
Similar Words
Synonyms: big dipper (old-fashioned)
Etymology
A compound of 'roller' (something that rolls) and 'coaster' (something that moves by coasting/gravity).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'coaster' (like a sled) that 'rolls' on a track. The name is very literal. It's also a common metaphor for ups and downs.