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Definition rocket in British English

rocket verb

verb
/ˈrɒkɪt/
1

if something such as a price or quantity rockets, it suddenly increases a lot

Example

Inflation rocketed in the period between the wars.

Example

Stock prices rocketed to their highest level yesterday.

Synonyms and related words
increase go up add to bounce come down cool off
2

to move somewhere very quickly

Example

An idea rocketed into her head.

Synonyms and related words
fly hasten speed
3

to suddenly become very successful

Example

His performance rocketed him to stardom.

Synonyms and related words
punch above your weight thrive prosper
4

to attack a place with a rocket missile

Synonyms and related words
attack bayonet be bombed out (of something)
Definition rocket in British English