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burst - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
burst
Definition
(noun) the act of exploding or bursting
Synonyms
:
explosion
Example Sentence
the explosion of the firecrackers awoke the children
the burst of an atom bomb creates enormous radiation aloft
Definition
(noun) rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
Synonyms
:
fusillade
,
salvo
,
volley
Example Sentence
our fusillade from the left flank caught them by surprise
Definition
(noun) a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
Synonyms
:
fit
Example Sentence
a burst of applause
a fit of housecleaning
Definition
(noun) a sudden intense happening
Synonyms
:
flare-up
,
outburst
Example Sentence
an outburst of heavy rain
a burst of lightning
Definition
(verb) come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
Synonyms
:
break open
,
split
Example Sentence
The bubble burst
Definition
(verb) force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up
Synonyms
:
break
,
erupt
Example Sentence
break into tears
erupt in anger
Definition
(verb) burst outward, usually with noise
Synonyms
:
explode
Example Sentence
The champagne bottle exploded
Definition
(verb) move suddenly, energetically, or violently
Example Sentence
He burst out of the house into the cool night
Definition
(verb) be in a state of movement or action
Synonyms
:
abound
,
bristle
Example Sentence
The room abounded with screaming children
The garden bristled with toddlers
Definition
(verb) emerge suddenly
Example Sentence
The sun burst into view
Definition
(verb) cause to burst
Synonyms
:
collapse
Example Sentence
The ice broke the pipe
Definition
(verb) break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
Synonyms
:
bust
Example Sentence
The dam burst
Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for burst
suddenly
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