Burst (noun)
definition:
the act of exploding or bursting
Synonyms
ExplosionBurst (noun)
definition:
a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
example:
"a burst of applause"
Synonyms
FitBurst (noun)
definition:
rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
Burst (noun)
definition:
a sudden intense happening
example:
"an outburst of heavy rain"
Burst (verb)
definition:
to come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
example:
"The bubble burst."
Burst (verb)
definition:
to break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
example:
"The dam burst without warning."
Synonyms
BustBurst (verb)
definition:
to emerge suddenly
example:
"As we came out of the shadow of the mountain, the sun burst into view."
Burst (verb)
definition:
to force out or release suddenly, and often violently, something pent up
example:
"The volcano burst its lava from underground."
Synonyms
BreakBurst (verb)
definition:
to move suddenly, energetically, or violently
example:
"They burst out of the house into the cool night."
Burst (verb)
definition:
to be in a state of movement or action
example:
"The rude customer burst to the front of the line."
