Synonyms for scurry

Synonyms for (noun) scurry

Synonyms: scurry, scamper, scramble

Definition: rushing about hastily in an undignified way

Similar words: rush, rushing, hurry, haste

Definition: the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner

Usage: in his haste to leave he forgot his book


Synonyms for (verb) scurry

Synonyms: scamper, scurry, scuttle, skitter

Definition: to move about or proceed hurriedly

Usage: so terrified by the extraordinary ebbing of the sea that they scurried to higher ground

Similar words: run

Definition: move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

Usage: Don't run--you'll be out of breath; The children ran to the store


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