3K

UK//ˈθʌndəstɔːm//US//ˈθʌndərstɔrm//

Meaning of Thunderstorm

A storm characterized by thunder, lightning, and heavy rainfall.

In simple words: A strong storm with lightning and heavy rain.

Thunderstorm in a sentence

  • The thunderstorm last night kept me awake with its loud noise.
  • Please be careful during a thunderstorm; lightning can be very dangerous.
  • The thunderstorm caused several trees to fall in the park.
  • I love watching a thunderstorm from the safety of my home.

How to use Thunderstorm

Commonly used in everyday conversation and weather reports. Avoid in formal writing about unrelated topics.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of thunder roaring like a lion in a storm.

Related words

Collocations with Thunderstorm

  • severe thunderstorm
  • thunderstorm warning
  • thunderstorm watch

Synonyms for Thunderstorm

Common mistakes with Thunderstorm

  • Saying 'thunder' storm instead of 'thunderstorm'.
  • Confusing with 'rainstorm' which may lack thunder.
  • Using 'thunderstorm' to refer to any storm.

Compare Thunderstorm with Storm, Tempest, Downpour

Thunderstorm appears in

Thunderstorm in other languages

More s like Thunderstorm

People also search for

  • Thunderstorm meaning
  • meaning of Thunderstorm
  • Thunderstorm definition
  • define Thunderstorm
  • what does Thunderstorm mean
  • Thunderstorm means
  • how to use Thunderstorm

Frequently asked questions about Thunderstorm

What does Thunderstorm mean?

A strong storm with lightning and heavy rain.

What is the definition of Thunderstorm?

A storm characterized by thunder, lightning, and heavy rainfall.

How do you use Thunderstorm in a sentence?

The thunderstorm last night kept me awake with its loud noise.

Can you give another example of Thunderstorm?

Please be careful during a thunderstorm; lightning can be very dangerous.

What are synonyms for Thunderstorm?

Common alternatives include storm, tempest, downpour.

What words go with Thunderstorm?

It commonly pairs with severe thunderstorm, thunderstorm warning, thunderstorm watch.

What are common mistakes when using Thunderstorm?

Saying 'thunder' storm instead of 'thunderstorm'. Confusing with 'rainstorm' which may lack thunder. Using 'thunderstorm' to refer to any storm.

How do you pronounce Thunderstorm?

US: //ˈθʌndərstɔrm//, UK: //ˈθʌndəstɔːm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Thunderstorm?

Commonly used in everyday conversation and weather reports. Avoid in formal writing about unrelated topics.