gushed

Gushed is a word with multiple meanings, primarily related to the rapid flow of liquid and enthusiastic speech.

As a verb, "gushed" can describe the sudden, copious flow of a liquid. For example, a pipe might have gushed water, or a wound might have gushed blood. This usage emphasizes an uncontrolled and forceful outpouring. It can also describe a volcanic eruption where lava flows out rapidly.

In a figurative sense, "gushed" is often used to describe speaking or writing with excessive enthusiasm, sentimentality, or admiration. Someone might gush about a movie they loved, a new purchase, or a person they admire. This usage implies an effusive and often over-the-top expression of positive emotion. The tone can sometimes be perceived as insincere or exaggerated depending on the context.

The noun form, "a gush," can refer to the act or instance of gushing, whether it's a flow of liquid or an outpouring of enthusiastic talk. It can also refer to the liquid that has gushed out.