ERUPTION
Scrabble letter values: E1R1U1P3T1I1O1N1 = 10
Definition
- noun the sudden occurrence of a violent discharge of steam and volcanic material. — synonyms: volcanic_eruption
- noun symptom consisting of a breaking out and becoming visible.
- noun (of volcanos) pouring out fumes or lava (or a deposit so formed). — synonyms: eructation, extravasation
- noun a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition). — synonyms: outbreak, irruption
- noun a sudden very loud noise. — synonyms: bang, clap, blast, bam
- noun the emergence of a tooth as it breaks through the gum.
Examples
- “the outbreak of hostilities”
- “There was an eruption of joy at the final whistle.”