EXPLODE
Scrabble letter values: E1X8P3L1O1D2E1 = 17
Definition
- verb cause to burst with a violent release of energy. — synonyms: detonate, blow_up, set_off
- verb burst outward, usually with noise. — synonyms: burst
- verb show a violent emotional reaction.
- verb be unleashed. — synonyms: burst_forth, break_loose
- verb destroy by exploding.
- verb cause to burst as a result of air pressure.
- verb drive from the stage by noisy disapproval.
- verb show (a theory or claim) to be baseless, or refute and make obsolete.
- verb burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction. — synonyms: detonate, blow_up
- verb increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner. — synonyms: irrupt
Examples
- “We exploded the nuclear bomb”
- “The champagne bottle exploded”
- “The boss exploded when he heard of the resignation of the secretary”