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explode

/ɪkˈsploʊd/
ex · plode ɪk · ˈsploʊd
English Definition
v. to burst with a loud noise
中文释义
爆炸
Significado en Español
explotar
한국어 뜻
폭발하다
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
nổ, phát nổ
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Example Sentence

The bomb exploded in the empty field.

炸弹在空旷的田野里爆炸了。

Synonyms
burst detonate blow up
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the best synonym for the word “explode”:

  1. A dissolve
  2. B detonate
  3. C extinguish
  4. D implode
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B — detonate. “explode” means v. to burst with a loud noise

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The bright firework will ______ into a shower of glittering colors.

  1. A shrink
  2. B fade
  3. C whisper
  4. D explode
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D — explode. “explode” means v. to burst with a loud noise

Common questions about “explode”

What does “explode” mean?

explode — v. to burst with a loud noise. In Chinese: 爆炸.

How do you pronounce “explode”?

explode is pronounced /ɪkˈsploʊd/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ex · plode.

How do you use “explode” in a sentence?

The bomb exploded in the empty field. (炸弹在空旷的田野里爆炸了。)

What are synonyms for “explode”?

burst, detonate, blow up — all close in meaning to explode (v. to burst with a loud noise).

Is “explode” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. explode appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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