booming

word · lemma: boom

Definition

Growing or developing very quickly and successfully. 'Booming' is often used to describe businesses, economies, or places that are experiencing strong growth, or to describe a loud, deep sound.

Usage & Nuances

'Booming' is usually positive, describing strong, healthy growth ("booming market"). For sound, it describes something very loud and deep ("booming voice"). Not used for people directly ('He's booming' is incorrect). Often used in business, economy, technology contexts.

Example Sentences

The company is booming thanks to new customers.

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Tourism is booming here, so hotels are always full.

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He has a booming voice that filled the whole room.

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The city has a booming tech industry.

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Real estate is booming in this region.

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With online shopping booming, many stores are now focusing on their websites.

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