Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Gangbusters

adj, adv, noun, slang

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Very successful or profitable. UK, colloquial

    "What went wrong for Ophelia Lovibond? It was all looking gangbusters after a string of entry-level Hollywood roles."

Adverb
  1. 1
    With great energy or speed; very well. colloquial, not-comparable

    "to go gangbusters"

Noun
  1. 1
    plural of gangbuster form-of, plural

Etymology

Etymology 1

The adjective and adverb are a shortening of the phrase like gangbusters.

Etymology 2

The adjective and adverb are a shortening of the phrase like gangbusters.

Etymology 3

The adjective and adverb are a shortening of the phrase like gangbusters.

See also for "gangbusters"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Unscramble this word: gangbusters