B1noun 1K

Explosion

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪkˈspləʊʒn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪkˈspləʊʒn/"]/

Meaning of Explosion

the sudden violent bursting and loud noise of something such as a bomb exploding; the act of deliberately causing something to explode

In simple words: A sudden burst of energy that makes a loud noise.

Explosion in a sentence

• The explosion shook the entire building, causing panic among the residents.
• Scientists are studying the explosion of stars in distant galaxies.
• There was an explosion of color in the garden during springtime.
• The explosion of social media has changed the way we communicate.
• Emergency services responded quickly after reports of an explosion at the factory.

How to use Explosion

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Formal when discussing scientific or technical matters; informal when referring to accidents or dramatic events. Avoid using in lighthearted contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'explode' – when something explodes, it creates an 'explosion'.

Related words

Collocations with Explosion

• almighty
• big
• deafening
• cause
• create
• set off
• come
• happen
• occur
• in an/​the explosion
• sudden
• great
• veritable
• see
• witness
• occur
• take place
• explosion in
• explosion of

Synonyms for Explosion

• blast
• detonation
• erupting
• bang
• outburst

Opposites of Explosion

• implosion
• calm

Common mistakes with Explosion

• Confused with 'implosion', which means collapsing inward instead of bursting outward.
• Using it as a verb; 'explosion' is a noun.
• Mixing up the context; often overused in everyday conversation.

Frequently asked questions about Explosion

What does Explosion mean?

A sudden burst of energy that makes a loud noise.

What is the definition of Explosion?

the sudden violent bursting and loud noise of something such as a bomb exploding; the act of deliberately causing something to explode

How do you use Explosion in a sentence?

The explosion shook the entire building, causing panic among the residents.

Can you give another example of Explosion?

Scientists are studying the explosion of stars in distant galaxies.

What are synonyms for Explosion?

Common alternatives include blast, detonation, erupting, bang, outburst.

What is the opposite of Explosion?

Opposite meanings include implosion, calm.

What words go with Explosion?

It commonly pairs with almighty, big, deafening, cause, create, set off, come, happen, occur, in an/​the explosion, sudden, great, veritable, see, witness, occur, take place, explosion in, explosion of.

What are common mistakes when using Explosion?

Confused with 'implosion', which means collapsing inward instead of bursting outward. Using it as a verb; 'explosion' is a noun. Mixing up the context; often overused in everyday conversation.

How do you pronounce Explosion?

US: /["/ɪkˈspləʊʒn/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈspləʊʒn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Explosion?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Formal when discussing scientific or technical matters; informal when referring to accidents or dramatic events. Avoid using in lighthearted contexts.

What CEFR level is Explosion?

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