Bombshell

/bˈɒmʃɛl/

/ˈbɑmˌʃɛɫ/

Bombshell

a woman who is very good-looking

an explosive bomb or artillery shell

a shocking surprise

an entertainer who has a sensational effect

Examples

1. Father exploded a bombshell when he forbade us to go to the prom.

2. She dropped a bombshell when she said she wouldn't run for reelection.

3. My ex-wife is on the phone and she drops a bombshell.

4. So, 'bombshell' is something really, really serious.