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gust Synonyms

Another word for gust

Choosing another word for gust depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A brief, strong rush of wind.

Usage Example

"A sudden blast of wind blew the papers right off the outdoor table."

Strongest
blast
Strong
squall
flurry
puff
gale
Weak
breeze

• verb (Context 2)

To blow in strong, sudden, brief rushes (especially of wind or rain).

Usage Example

"Forecasters warned that winds could blow up to fifty miles per hour along the coast."

Strong
blow
blast
bluster
Weak
swirl
sweep

• noun (Context 3)

A sudden, brief burst of rain, fire, smoke, sound, or emotion.

Usage Example

"A loud burst of laughter echoed from the crowded dining hall."

Strongest
burst
outburst
Strong
surge
rush
spurt
fit

Opposites of gust

The opposite of gust shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

calm
die down
lull
subside
See all opposites of gust

• Nearby Words

gushingly
gushy
gusset
gust
gustily
gusto
gusty

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Gust. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/gust
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