B1verb 2K

Explode

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪkˈspləʊd/","/ɪkˈspləʊdz/","/ɪkˈspləʊdɪd/","/ɪkˈspləʊdɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪkˈspləʊd/","/ɪkˈspləʊdz/","/ɪkˈspləʊdɪd/","/ɪkˈspləʊdɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Explode

to burst (= break apart) or make something burst loudly and violently, causing damage

In simple words: To burst or break apart suddenly with a loud noise.

Explode in a sentence

• The fireworks will explode in the night sky.
• If you heat the gas too much, it might explode.
• The volcano is expected to explode at any moment.
• His anger seemed to explode after hearing the bad news.
• The balloon will explode if you keep blowing it up.
• The problem will only explode if we don't address it now.
• She tried to keep her feelings under control, but they exploded out.

How to use Explode

Use 'explode' when describing something suddenly bursting, like a firework. It’s often used in technical contexts or storytelling. Avoid in formal writing unless referring to scientific explosions.

Grammar pattern

explode + (object)

Memory hint

Think of a firework exploding in the sky — it lights up and makes a loud noise.

Related words

Collocations with Explode

• simultaneously
• accidentally
• prematurely
• fail to
• literally
• nearly
• practically
• be about to
• be ready to
• be set to
• into
• with
• literally
• nearly
• practically
• be about to
• be ready to
• be set to
• into
• with
• literally
• nearly
• practically
• be about to
• be ready to
• be set to
• into
• with
• literally
• nearly
• practically
• be about to
• be ready to
• be set to
• into
• with

Synonyms for Explode

• burst
• detonate
• erupt
• blow up
• shatter

Opposites of Explode

• implode
• collapse

Common mistakes with Explode

• Using 'explode' when 'burst' is more appropriate for smaller items like balloons.
• Confusing with 'implode', which means to collapse inward.
• Forgetting the past tense 'exploded' in storytelling.

Frequently asked questions about Explode

What does Explode mean?

To burst or break apart suddenly with a loud noise.

What is the definition of Explode?

to burst (= break apart) or make something burst loudly and violently, causing damage

How do you use Explode in a sentence?

The fireworks will explode in the night sky.

Can you give another example of Explode?

If you heat the gas too much, it might explode.

What are synonyms for Explode?

Common alternatives include burst, detonate, erupt, blow up, shatter.

What is the opposite of Explode?

Opposite meanings include implode, collapse.

What words go with Explode?

It commonly pairs with simultaneously, accidentally, prematurely, fail to, literally, nearly, practically, be about to, be ready to, be set to, into, with, literally, nearly, practically, be about to, be ready to, be set to, into, with, literally, nearly, practically, be about to, be ready to, be set to, into, with, literally, nearly, practically, be about to, be ready to, be set to, into, with.

What are common mistakes when using Explode?

Using 'explode' when 'burst' is more appropriate for smaller items like balloons. Confusing with 'implode', which means to collapse inward. Forgetting the past tense 'exploded' in storytelling.

How do you pronounce Explode?

US: /["/ɪkˈspləʊd/","/ɪkˈspləʊdz/","/ɪkˈspləʊdɪd/","/ɪkˈspləʊdɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈspləʊd/","/ɪkˈspləʊdz/","/ɪkˈspləʊdɪd/","/ɪkˈspləʊdɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Explode?

Use 'explode' when describing something suddenly bursting, like a firework. It’s often used in technical contexts or storytelling. Avoid in formal writing unless referring to scientific explosions.

What CEFR level is Explode?

"Explode" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.