la bourrasque
gust
C’est un souffle de vent très fort et soudain qui ne dure pas longtemps.
Definition & meaning
A bourrasque is a sudden, violent, and generally short-lived gust of wind, often accompanied by rain or a storm.
In a figurative sense, the word can also describe a sudden, unpredictable outburst of emotion, anger, or a momentary period of intense activity or confusion.
Grammar & Word origin
The word bourrasque is a feminine noun.
It originates from the Italian word burrasca, which is derived from borrasca (a squall), likely stemming from the Greek boreas (the north wind).
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Rafale (a gust of wind)
- Bourrassement (the act of blowing in gusts)
- Tempête (storm, used when referring to the intensity)
- Averse (a downpour, often associated with the squall)
- Emportement (a burst of temper, used in the figurative sense)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Après la bourrasque, les arbres étaient abîmés.noun
After the gust, the trees were damaged.
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