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발칵

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부사 · adverb고유어 · native Korean word

Meaning

  1. 1.

    in a fit of rage — In the manner of getting angry suddenly.

  2. 2.

    in a turmoil — In the state of being in uproar or commotion as something happens unexpectedly.

    주로 '발칵 뒤집다', '발칵 뒤집히다'로 쓴다.

  3. 3.

    violently; in the manner of bursting open — In the manner that someone opens the door or the door is opened suddenly.