Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To suddenly release forcefully, often with a loud sound, such as a volcano releasing lava and ash or an expression of emotion.
Erupt
/ɪˈrʌpt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The Market Square erupts with gunfire.
A series of small explosions erupt up and down the streets.
Laughter erupted in the classroom after the prank.
Etymology:
The word erupt originates from the Latin eruptare, an intensified form of erumpere, meaning to burst forth, which is composed of ex- meaning out and rumpere meaning to break.
Usage Statistics:
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