Upheave
Pronunciation: /ʌˈfiv/
Upheave (verb)
- To push something upward from below, especially land or rock, often because of strong pressure.
- To rise or move upward suddenly, usually in a forceful or noticeable way.
- To disturb a situation strongly, causing changes that are difficult to control.
Examples
- The roots upheave the ground after heavy rain.
- The road cracks because the soil upheaves under pressure.