eruption (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪˈrʌpʃən/

Definition

A sudden, violent release of gas and rock from a volcano, or a sudden outbreak of something.

Examples

• The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD buried Pompeii.

• The eruption of protests followed the controversial election results.

• A sudden eruption of laughter filled the room.

How to Use eruption

eruption of (prepositional phrase)

A sudden outbreak or release of something. — "The eruption of the disease spread quickly through the population."

Synonyms of eruption

Words with a similar meaning to eruption:

• outbreak
• explosion
• discharge
• effusion

Antonyms of eruption

Words with the opposite meaning to eruption:

• calm
• cessation

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