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    Expressing a surge or rise with 高涨 (gāozhǎng)

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    Noun + 高涨

    Explanation

    The adjective 高涨 (gāozhǎng) means "surging" or "rising" and describes a sharp increase in intensity, emotion, or level. It is commonly used with abstract nouns such as emotions, public sentiment, or prices to convey a dramatic upswing.

    Examples

    • 观众的热情高涨,现场气氛非常好。

      Guānzhòng de rèqíng gāozhǎng, xiànchǎng qìfēn fēicháng hǎo.

      The audience's enthusiasm was running high, and the atmosphere at the scene was excellent.

    • 近年来民众的环保意识不断高涨。

      Jìn niánlái mínzhòng de huánbǎo yìshí bùduàn gāozhǎng.

      In recent years, the public's environmental awareness has been rising steadily.

    • 反对加税的情绪持续高涨。

      Fǎnduì jiā shuì de qíngxù chíxù gāozhǎng.

      Opposition sentiment against tax increases continues to surge.

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