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to explode
01
to make something break apart noisily and violently in a way that causes destruction
Transitive: to explode an explosive device
Examples
He exploded the firecracker in the street, startling everyone.
02
to break apart violently and noisily in a way that causes destruction
Intransitive
Examples
The fireworks exploded in the sky, lighting up the night.
03
to move quickly and powerfully, often in a burst of speed
Intransitive: to explode somewhere
Examples
The athlete exploded off the starting line, taking an early lead in the race.
04
(of a person) to suddenly express an intense emotion, particularly anger
Intransitive
Examples
After hearing the news, he exploded with rage, yelling at everyone around him.
05
to grow or increase quickly and dramatically in size, number, or extent
Intransitive
Examples
The population of the city exploded after the new factory opened.
06
to prove that a belief or theory is wrong or without basis
Transitive: to explode a belief or theory
Examples
The scientist ’s research exploded the myth that the Earth was flat.
07
(phonetics) to release a burst of air at the end of a blocked sound, specifically with plosive consonants
Intransitive
Examples
The letter " p " in " pat " explodes with a burst of air when spoken.
08
to destroy something by causing it to explode
Transitive: to explode sth
Examples
The demolition crew placed charges strategically to explode the old building, clearing the area for new construction.
Lexical Tree
exploded
explosion
explosive
explode
