explode (Meaning)
explode (v)
cause to burst with a violent release of energy
burst outward, usually with noise
show a violent emotional reaction
be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise
destroy by exploding
cause to burst as a result of air pressure; of stop consonants like /p/, /t/, and /k/
drive from the stage by noisy disapproval
show (a theory or claim) to be baseless, or refute and make obsolete
burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction
increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner
explode (v. i.)
To become suddenly expanded into a great volume of gas or vapor; to burst violently into flame; as gunpowder explodes.
To burst with force and a loud report; to detonate, as a shell filled with powder or the like material, or as a boiler from too great pressure of steam.
To burst forth with sudden violence and noise; as, at this, his wrath exploded.
explode (v. t.)
To drive from the stage by noisy expressions of disapprobation; to hoot off; to drive away or reject noisily; as, to explode a play.
To bring into disrepute, and reject; to drive from notice and acceptance; as, to explode a scheme, fashion, or doctrine.
To cause to explode or burst noisily; to detonate; as, to explode powder by touching it with fire.
To drive out with violence and noise, as by powder.
Synonyms & Antonyms of explode
explode Sentence Examples
- Pyrotechnics used during the grand finale of the fireworks show exploded with a dazzling array of colors and patterns.
- The chemical reaction caused the mixture to explode violently, shattering the container into tiny pieces.
- The engineer carefully calculated the explosive charge needed to blast open the locked door without causing any structural damage.
- A loud explosion shook the building, causing windows to shatter and panic to erupt among the occupants.
- Farmers used explosives to break up the hardpan layer of soil, allowing water and nutrients to penetrate more easily.
- The balloon soared high into the sky, growing smaller and smaller until it finally exploded with a loud pop.
- The pressure cooker suddenly exploded, spewing boiling water and food particles all over the kitchen.
- A powerful volcanic eruption sent molten lava and ash exploding into the air, creating a spectacular natural fireworks display.
- The demolition crew triggered the explosives, causing the old building to collapse in a heap of rubble with a thunderous explosion.
- Excited children threw firecrackers into the bonfire, causing them to explode with a series of loud bangs and colorful sparks.
FAQs About the word explode
cause to burst with a violent release of energy, burst outward, usually with noise, show a violent emotional reaction, be unleashed; emerge with violence or noi
pop,detonate, blow, blow up,burst, go off, smash, splinter, fragment, crump
collapse, collapse,implode, implode,,fizzle, fizzle
Pyrotechnics used during the grand finale of the fireworks show exploded with a dazzling array of colors and patterns.
The chemical reaction caused the mixture to explode violently, shattering the container into tiny pieces.
The engineer carefully calculated the explosive charge needed to blast open the locked door without causing any structural damage.
A loud explosion shook the building, causing windows to shatter and panic to erupt among the occupants.
