tsunami vs upsurge

tsunami

noun
  • A large and generally unstoppable surge. 

  • A very large and destructive wave, generally caused by a tremendous disturbance in the ocean, such as an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption. Tsunami are usually a series of waves, or wave train. 

upsurge

noun
  • A sudden strong rise or flow. 

verb
  • to surge up, or to become stronger or greater 

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