soar
Translation
to soar, to rise, to fly high
Examples
The eagle soared high in the sky.
The eagle soared high in the sky.
Prices are expected to soar this year.
Prices are expected to soar this year.
Her spirits soared when she heard the news.
Her spirits soared when she heard the news.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) to fly or rise high in the air The eagle soared high in the sky.
((subject)) to rise very quickly to a high level Prices are expected to soar this year.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fly, rise, ascend; Antonyms: plummet, drop, fall
Etymology
From Old French 'essorer', meaning 'to expose to the air'.
Memory Tips
Sounds like 'roar'. Imagine a rocket with a loud roar as it soars into the sky.