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Explode Meaning, Examples, and Usage Guide (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：burst out suddenly (explode)

explode 🔊

/ɪkˈspləʊd/

To show strong emotion or happen suddenly in a big, uncontrollable way, like laughter, anger, or popularity.

Explode meaning sudden burst on smartphone screen with social media icons

burst out suddenly 🔊

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/bɜːst aʊt ˈsʌdənli/

To happen or appear very quickly and strongly, often with intense emotion or widespread popularity, like laughter, anger, or a trend.

📁 Category：Entertainment & Sports 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'explodere': ex- (out) + plaudere (to clap). Originally meant to drive an actor off stage by clapping loudly.

💡 Mnemonic

Ex + plode = clap out. Imagine a balloon clapping itself outward until it bursts—BOOM!

📖 Example

After the singer's new song was released, the hashtag exploded on social media within hours. 🔊 After the singer's new song was released, the hashtag exploded on social media within hours.

🔗 Collocations

explode with anger – To suddenly become extremely angry

explode into tears – To start crying suddenly and uncontrollably

population explodes – The number of people increases very rapidly

🔄 Synonyms

erupt (v.) – To break out suddenly in a violent or emotional way, similar to explode but often used for volcanoes or feelings.

burst (v.) – To break open or apart suddenly, especially due to pressure; can describe emotions or physical objects.

soar (v.) – To rise very quickly to a high level, used for numbers, prices, or popularity.

🚫 Antonyms

calm (v.) – To become quiet and peaceful; opposite of an emotional outburst.

dwindle (v.) – To gradually become smaller or less; opposite of a sudden increase.

contain (v.) – To keep under control; opposite of letting emotions or events burst out.

🌱 Derivatives

explosion (n.) – A sudden, violent burst of energy or emotion.

explosive (adj.) – Capable of or likely to cause an explosion; also used for temper or situations.

explosively (adv.) – In an explosive manner; very suddenly and violently.

📖 Cultural Story

In ancient Roman theater, audiences would 'explode' (clap loudly) to show disapproval. By the 17th century, the word shifted to mean a sudden violent burst, drawing on the image of sound bursting out.

Meaning 2：burst violently (explode)

explode 🔊

/ɪkˈspləʊd/

To burst apart violently with a loud noise, like a balloon or a bomb, because of too much pressure or a chemical reaction.

Explode meaning violent burst of red balloon breaking apart

burst violently 🔊

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/bɜːst ˈvaɪələntli/

To break apart with a loud noise and great force, usually because of too much internal pressure or a chemical reaction.

📁 Category：Objects & Materials 🔖 Level：Beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

Don't blow up the balloon too much, or it will explode in your face! 🔊 Don't blow up the balloon too much, or it will explode in your face!

🔗 Collocations

explode a bomb – To detonate a bomb intentionally

explode with a bang – To make a loud sudden noise when bursting

explode into flames – To catch fire suddenly and violently

🔄 Synonyms

detonate (v.) – To cause a bomb or explosive device to explode, often deliberately.

blast (v.) – To blow up something using explosives or a strong gust of air; similar force.

burst (v.) – To break open suddenly from internal pressure; used for balloons, pipes, etc.

🚫 Antonyms

implode (v.) – To collapse inward violently, opposite of outward explosion.

deflate (v.) – To let air out and become flat; opposite of inflating until bursting.

contain (v.) – To keep something within limits and prevent it from bursting out.

🌱 Derivatives

explosion (n.) – The act or process of exploding.

explosive (adj.) – Able to cause explosion; also used as a noun for substances.

explosively (adv.) – In a way that involves sudden force or loud noise.