Gust
(noun)
- A sudden, strong blast of wind.
- A sudden burst of emotion or energy.
Origin:
Mid 17th century: from french guste, probably from old norse gustr "breeze", from a germanic base meaning "to blow".
Examples:
- The gust of wind caught her by surprise and she had to hold on to her hat.
- The gusts of wind were so strong that they knocked over trash cans and street signs.
- She was overcome by a gust of anger when she saw what he had done.
- He was filled with a gust of energy and ran down the field to score a goal.
- The gust of excitement was palpable in the room as the announcement was made.