surge

verb
UK /sɜːdʒ/
US /sɜːrdʒ/

To move forward or rise up very quickly and with a lot of force.

The crowd surged forward when the doors opened.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A sudden strong increase in something, like power or demand.

There was a surge in electricity use during the storm.

3. A large wave or a strong forward movement of water.

A surge of water swept over the rocks.

4. A sudden strong feeling that comes over you.

She felt a surge of happiness when she saw her friends.