'groundswell' definitions:

Definition of 'groundswell'

From: GCIDE
  • groundswell \ground"swell`\ (ground"sw[e^]l`), n.
  • 1. A long, deep wave in the sea, sometimes caused by distant winds or storms. [PJC]
  • 2. A rising sentiment of support or enthusiasm, especially among the general public; as, a groundswell of opinion favoring campaign finance reform. [PJC]