Basic Details
Word: Explode
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To burst or break apart suddenly with a loud noise; often when something is filled with gas or heat.
Synonyms: Burst, detonate, blow up
Antonyms: Implode, collapse
Idioms and Phrases
- Explode with anger: To become extremely angry suddenly. Example: "When he heard the unfair news, he exploded with anger and couldn't keep calm."
- Explode onto the scene: To suddenly become very popular or successful. Example: "The singer exploded onto the scene with her hit song, captivating fans everywhere."
Usage Examples
Example 1: If you shake a soda can too much, it might explode when you open it.
Example 2: The fireworks exploded brightly in the night sky, filling it with colours.
Example 3: Scientists warned that if the temperature rises too high, the experiment could explode unexpectedly.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "explode" comes from the Latin word "explodere," which means to drive off or to drive out? It was originally used to describe the action of driving away something unwanted.
Famous Quote
"Anger is like a fire. It can explode and consume everything if not controlled." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "explode" mean?
a) To quietly break apart
b) To burst suddenly with noise
c) To fall apart
d) To float away
Answer: b) To burst suddenly with noise
2. Which of these is a synonym of "explode"?
a) Collapse
b) Burst
c) Sink
d) Wobble
Answer: b) Burst
3. Which sentence uses "explode" correctly?
a) The balloon will explode if you put too much air in it.
b) The cat exploded when it saw a mouse.
c) The cake exploded in the oven.
d) The book exploded on the shelf.
Answer: a) The balloon will explode if you put too much air in it.
4. Which idiom means to become very angry?
a) Explode with joy
b) Explode with anger
c) Explode onto the stage
d) Explode in laughter
Answer: b) Explode with anger
5. What is the opposite of "explode"?
a) Implode
b) Burst
c) Fly
d) Dance
Answer: a) Implode
