Videocrashing
The word crashing is much more than just a sound or a collision. In this lesson, we explore its role as an informal intensifying adjective used to describe things that are extreme, complete, or utter. You will learn how to use it to add forceful emphasis in both negative and occasionally positive contexts. We cover common collocations like a crashing bore and a crashing mistake, while contrasting this usage with the standard verb and noun forms. We also look at synonyms like absolute and utter to help you expand your vocabulary. Watch this lesson to master this unique way of adding emphasis to your English.