explosive
/ɪkˈsploʊsɪv/
ex · plo · sive
ɪk · ˈsploʊ · sɪv
English Definition
adj. able to cause an explosion or likely to explode
Significado en Español
explosivo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
chất nổ, có tính nổ
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “explosive”:
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A
inert
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B
stable
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C
volatile
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D
calm
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C — volatile.
“explosive” means adj. able to cause an explosion or likely to explode
Common questions about “explosive”
What does “explosive” mean?
explosive — adj. able to cause an explosion or likely to explode. In Chinese: 爆炸性的.
How do you pronounce “explosive”?
explosive is pronounced /ɪkˈsploʊsɪv/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ex · plo · sive.
Is “explosive” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. explosive appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
