explosively
gb/ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/ us/ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/
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adverb
C1
property
1
with a violent explosion
In a way that makes something explode suddenly and violently.
Vzorec užití:
[something] explodes/detonates/bursts explosively
Častá chyba:
Don’t use it just to mean 'very' (e.g., not *explosively big* for size); it describes a sudden burst of energy, noise, or growth.
Synonyma
violently (Emphasizes force; may not imply an actual explosion.)
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with a bang (Informal; focuses on loudness and suddenness.)
Antonyma
quietly (Without loud noise or sudden violent force.)
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gently (Without violence or sudden release of energy.)
Kolokace
detonate explosively
|explode explosively
|burst explosively
|blow up explosively
|rupture explosively
|erupt explosively
|ignite explosively
|shatter explosively
Témata
accidents
|danger
|science
|safety
Příklady
- The device detonated explosively, sending debris across the street.
- A gas leak can ignite explosively in an enclosed room.
- The volcano erupted explosively, throwing ash high into the air.
Učební příklady
- The bomb exploded explosively.
- The fireworks burst explosively.
adverb
C1
property
2
very suddenly and forcefully
Very suddenly and with a lot of force or energy.
Vzorec užití:
[someone/something] moves/starts/opens explosively
Častá chyba:
It describes the manner (how something happens), not the result (so prefer 'suddenly' if there is no sense of force/energy).
Synonyma
suddenly (Neutral about force; 'explosively' suggests a burst of energy.)
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forcefully (Focuses on strength; 'explosively' adds suddenness and burst-like quality.)
Antonyma
slowly (Without suddenness or burst-like energy.)
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smoothly (Without abrupt, burst-like movement.)
Kolokace
move explosively
|launch explosively
|push off explosively
|open explosively
|kick explosively
|speak explosively
|cough explosively
|strike explosively
Témata
sports
|movement
|communication
Příklady
- He pushed off explosively from the starting blocks.
- The door flew open explosively when the lock gave way.
- Her voice rose explosively as she tried to be heard over the noise.
Učební příklady
- The runner started explosively.
- The door opened explosively.
adverb
C1
process
3
increasing extremely fast
Very fast and by a lot (about growth or increase).
Vzorec užití:
[something] grows/rises/expands/increases explosively
Častá chyba:
Often used for rates or numbers (sales, prices, demand), not for static qualities (so not *explosively tall*).
Synonyma
rapidly (General speed; 'explosively' adds suddenness and dramatic size.)
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dramatically (Emphasizes large change; 'explosively' emphasizes speed and burst-like growth.)
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exponentially (More mathematical/technical; not always interchangeable with 'explosively'.)
Antonyma
gradually (Slow, steady change rather than sudden dramatic growth.)
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steadily (Consistent change without a burst-like surge.)
Kolokace
grow explosively
|increase explosively
|rise explosively
|expand explosively
|spread explosively
|scale explosively
|accelerate explosively
|climb explosively
|surge explosively
Témata
business
|economy
|technology
|data
Příklady
- Demand grew explosively after the product went viral.
- Housing prices rose explosively during the shortage.
- Online misinformation can spread explosively in a crisis.
Učební příklady
- Sales increased explosively.
- The number of users grew explosively.
adverb
C1
property
4
with a sudden angry outburst
Suddenly and strongly (often angrily).
Vzorec užití:
[someone] reacts/responds explosively (to [something])
Častá chyba:
Not the same as 'enthusiastically'; it usually suggests loss of control or anger.
Synonyma
angrily (Clear emotion; 'explosively' adds suddenness and intensity.)
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furiously (Stronger anger; may not imply sudden outburst.)
Antonyma
calmly (Without an outburst or loss of control.)
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restrainedly (With self-control rather than sudden release.)
Kolokace
react explosively
|respond explosively
|argue explosively
|lash out explosively
|deny explosively
|protest explosively
|explode explosively (at someone)
Témata
emotions
|conflict
|relationships
Příklady
- He reacted explosively to the criticism and stormed out.
- She answered explosively, slamming her hand on the table.
- The meeting turned tense when one manager spoke explosively to the team.
Učební příklady
- He reacted explosively.
- She responded explosively to the news.
adverb
technical
C2
property
5
dangerously reactive; may explode
In a way that can suddenly explode because it is unstable.
Vzorec užití:
[substance/mixture] reacts/decomposes/burns explosively (when/if [condition])
Častá chyba:
Often used with specific technical verbs (react, decompose, ignite); in general writing, meaning 1 is more common.
Synonyma
violently (Less technical; may miss the idea of instability leading to explosion.)
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unstably (Focuses on instability; not necessarily on explosive outcome.)
Antonyma
safely (Without dangerous reactivity or explosion risk.)
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stably (Not prone to sudden violent reaction.)
Kolokace
react explosively
|decompose explosively
|burn explosively
|ignite explosively
|mix explosively
|polymerize explosively
|pressurize explosively
Témata
science
|chemistry
|safety
|industry
Příklady
- Some compounds decompose explosively when heated or shocked.
- The mixture can react explosively if contaminated with water.
- Fine dust can burn explosively in confined industrial spaces.
Učební příklady
- This chemical can react explosively.
- The gas may ignite explosively.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
explosively
IPA
GB/ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/
US/ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/
Slabiky a přízvuk
ex - plos - ively (3 slabiky)
Stress on 2nd syllable (plos)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: explosively
- Plural: explosivelies
Příbuzná slova
Výrazy
accelerate explosively
1/æksˈɛlɚˌeɪt ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/
fixed phrase
speed up extremely fast
To accelerate very fast and suddenly.
Příklady
- The car accelerated explosively as soon as the light turned green.
- He can accelerate explosively to beat defenders to the ball.
- The rocket accelerated explosively after clearing the launch tower.
grow explosively
1/ɡɹˈoʊ ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/
fixed phrase
increase extremely fast
To grow very fast and by a lot.
Příklady
- The startup grew explosively once it secured major funding.
- During the outbreak, the number of cases grew explosively.
- Interest in the topic grew explosively after the documentary aired.
ignite explosively
1/ɪɡnˈaɪt ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/
fixed phrase
technical
catch fire with a blast
To start burning suddenly with an explosion.
Příklady
- The vapor can ignite explosively if exposed to a spark.
- In a closed container, the mixture may ignite explosively.
- The leaked gas ignited explosively, damaging the building.
react explosively
1/ɹiˈækt ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/
fixed phrase
respond with sudden anger
To get angry suddenly and strongly.
Příklady
- He reacted explosively when he heard the accusation.
- She reacted explosively to the suggestion that she was lying.
- They worried he might react explosively under pressure.
rise explosively
1/ɹˈaɪz ˌɛksplˈoʊsɪvli/
fixed phrase
go up very fast
To rise very quickly and a lot.
Příklady
- Energy prices rose explosively after the supply disruption.
- The infection rate rose explosively in the first week.
- Shipping costs rose explosively during the peak season.