explosive
word
/ɪksˈpɫoʊsɪv/
ik-SPLOH-siv
/ɛksplˈəʊsɪv/
ik-SPLOH-siv
Definition
Something that can explode or cause an explosion, or describes something quick, violent, or intense.
Usage & Nuances
As an adjective, often used for bombs or dangerous materials, but also for intense situations or emotions ("explosive argument"). As a noun, means a material that explodes. 'Explosive' in sports or news usually means fast and sudden.
Spanish: explosivoPortuguese (BR): explosivoPortuguese (PT): explosivoChinese (Simplified): 爆炸物 - 爆炸性的Chinese (Traditional): 爆炸物 - 爆炸性的Hindi: विस्फोटकArabic: متفجرBengali: বিস্ফোরকRussian: взрывчатый - взрывчатое веществоJapanese: 爆発性の - 爆発物Vietnamese: nổ - chất nổKorean: 폭발성의 - 폭발물Turkish: patlayıcıUrdu: دھماکہ خیزIndonesian: peledak - bahan peledak
Example Sentences
The fireworks are made with explosive powder.
basic
Their argument turned explosive in just a few seconds.
natural
He's got an explosive personality—you never know what he'll do next.
natural
The team made an explosive start and quickly took the lead.
natural
The bomb was very explosive.
basic
Be careful with those explosive chemicals.
basic