Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Eruption.
Eruption - as a noun
The sudden occurrence of a violent discharge of steam and volcanic material
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
volcanic eruptionHypernyms (Closely Related)
discharge16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Symptom consisting of a breaking out and becoming visible
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
symptom16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(of volcanoes) pouring out fumes or lava (or a deposit so formed)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
eructation12extravasation23A sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition)
Example: "The outbreak of hostilities"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
irruption11outbreak14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
happening17natural eventoccurrence16occurrent13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A sudden very loud noise
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bam7blast7clap8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
noise5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The emergence of a tooth as it breaks through the gum
Example Sentences
"The volcano's eruption was a spectacular sight."
"There was a loud bang preceding the eruption."
"Scientists closely monitor volcanic eruptions."
"The sudden eruption startled the nearby villagers."
"The eruption of Mount Vesuvius destroyed Pompeii."
Word Game Points
Is ERUPTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, eruption is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ERUPTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is ERUPTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, eruption is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordERUPTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is ERUPTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, eruption is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordERUPTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
