English Word · Intermediate
stampede
A sudden unconcerted acting together of a number of persons due to, or as if due to, some common impulse
Pronunciation: /stæmˈpiːd/
Meaning
A sudden unconcerted acting together of a number of persons due to, or as if due to, some common impulse.
Example
The annual Muslim Hajj in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, which is attended by millions of pilgrims, has increasingly suffered from stampedes.
The annual Muslim Hajj in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, which is attended by millions of pilgrims, has increasingly suffered from stampedes.
Practice tips
- Practice stampede out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.