Suddenly
Example: Suddenly the lights turn off in the building
Definition
"Suddenly" describes an action or event that happens quickly and unexpectedly, without warning or preparation. For example, in the phrase 'Suddenly the lights turn off in the building,' it indicates that the lights went out abruptly and without prior notice.
Etymology
The word "suddenly" comes from the Middle English word 'sodain,' which itself derives from the Old French 'soudain,' meaning 'immediate' or 'unexpected.' This traces back to the Latin 'subitaneus,' from 'subitus,' meaning 'sudden.' Did you know that the swift change implied by "suddenly" has been emphasized in language for centuries to capture moments of surprise?
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"Suddenly" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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