Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

EXPLODING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Exploding.

Exploding - as a verb

Cause to burst with a violent release of energy

Example: "We exploded the nuclear bomb"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blow updetonate9set off
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change integrity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Burst outward, usually with noise

Example: "The champagne bottle exploded"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burst7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change integrity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
implode12

Show 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 forth

Destroy 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 updetonate9

Increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner

Example: "The population of india is exploding"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
irrupt8

Exploding - as a noun

Explosion

Example Sentences

"The fireworks were exploding in a spectacular display."
"The volcano erupted, sending lava and ash exploding into the air."
"The balloon popped suddenly, exploding with a loud noise."
"The microwave malfunctioned and started smoking before finally exploding."
"The bomb disposal team safely detonated the exploding device."
View more

Word Game Points

Is EXPLODING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, exploding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXPLODING has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is EXPLODING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, exploding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXPLODING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is EXPLODING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, exploding is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXPLODING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen