explode
To break apart suddenly and loudly, often because of pressure inside.
To burst or cause to burst apart suddenly and violently, usually with a loud noise, due to internal pressure or a chemical reaction.
To become much bigger or more in number very fast.
To grow or increase very quickly and by a large amount.
To suddenly show strong feelings by speaking or acting loudly.
To suddenly speak or act with great force due to strong feelings such as anger, excitement, or laughter.
To separate information into smaller pieces so you can look at them closely or show they are wrong.
In computing or logic, to break data, a statement, or an argument into smaller parts for examination or to disprove it.
- Base: explode
- 3rd Person Singular: explodes
- Present Participle: exploding
- Past: exploded
explode a myth
1Prove a belief false
To show that an idea many people believe is not true.
- The scientist exploded the myth that goldfish have a three-second memory.
- This book explodes the myth that you need money to be happy.
explode in popularity
1Become popular very quickly
To become liked by many people in a short time.
- The video game exploded in popularity after its release.
- Her blog exploded in popularity thanks to social media.
explode with laughter
1Laugh suddenly and loudly
To start laughing very loud and suddenly because something is funny.
- The audience exploded with laughter at the comedian's joke.
- She looked so funny that we all exploded with laughter.