Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Explode.
How to pronounce explode:
US
Explode - as a verb
Cause to burst with a violent release of energy
Example: "We exploded the nuclear bomb"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blow updetonate9set offHypernyms (Closely Related)
change integrityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Burst outward, usually with noise
Example: "The champagne bottle exploded"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burst7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change integrityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
implode12Show a violent emotional reaction
Example: "The boss exploded when he heard of the resignation of the secretary"
Be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise
Example: "His anger exploded"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break looseburst forthDestroy by exploding
Example: "The enemy exploded the bridge"
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
Example: "The bomb detonated at noon"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blow updetonate9Increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner
Example: "The population of india is exploding"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
irrupt8Example Sentences
"The fireworks exploded in a burst of color."
"He carefully mixed the chemicals, knowing that one wrong move could cause them to explode."
"The pressure inside the canister caused it to explode."
"As the car crashed into the wall, the airbags exploded."
"The bomb exploded, causing widespread panic."
Word Game Points
Is EXPLODE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, explode is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EXPLODE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is EXPLODE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, explode is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEXPLODE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is EXPLODE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, explode is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXPLODE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
