explosive (B2)
adjective, noun
Pronunciation: /ɪkˈspləʊsɪv/
Definition
Likely to cause an explosion or used for causing explosions.
Examples
The police found a large quantity of explosive material in the suspect's garage.
The military used explosive charges to clear the debris.
Be careful when handling that substance; it's highly explosive.
How to Use explosive
- explosive device (collocation)
- A bomb or other object designed to explode. — "The bomb squad was called to investigate a suspicious explosive device."
- explosive growth (collocation)
- A very rapid increase in size or number. — "The company experienced explosive growth in its first year of operation."
- explosive personality (collocation)
- A temperament characterized by sudden outbursts of anger or emotion. — "His explosive personality made him a challenging colleague."
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