rushy Meaning & Definition
What Does Rushy Mean?
As an adjective, rushy means Abounding in rushes. It is also used to mean Having the characteristics of a rush (the plant); rushlike.
Word Facts for Rushy
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | wooded, juncaceous and juncous |
| Comparative / superlative | rushier, rushiest |
Rushy Definition (Adjective)
- Abounding in rushes.
- Having the characteristics of a rush (the plant); rushlike.
Adjective
- Characterised by rushing; hurried; fast-paced
Synonyms of Rushy
Rushy synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
rushy (comparative rushier, superlative rushiest)
rushy (comparative more rushy, superlative most rushy)
Words That Rhyme With Rushy
Origin of Rushy
Origin 1: From Middle English russhy, russhi, resshi, equivalent to rush (“a plant”) + -y.
Origin 2: From rush (“a hurry”) + -y. Compare Saterland Frisian ruusich (“fast; quick; rushy”).
Questions People Ask About Rushy
What part of speech is rushy?
Rushy is an adjective.
What is another word for rushy?
Words with a similar meaning to rushy include wooded, juncaceous and juncous. See the full list of rushy synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of rushy?
The comparative form is rushier and the superlative form is rushiest.