explosion

Definitions

A violent and destructive shattering or blowing apart of something, as is caused by a bomb.

A sudden, rapid, or dramatic increase in the amount or extent of something.

A sudden, loud outburst of emotion, especially anger.

Examples

The loud explosion shattered all the windows in the nearby buildings.

The scientist carefully studied the chemical reaction to prevent an accidental explosion.

Synonyms

detonation blast eruption burst outburst bang flare-up

Antonyms

implosion collapse stagnation contraction peace calm silence