/ɪkˈspləʊsɪv/
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Meaning
Able to burst with sudden force and a loud noise, like a bomb. An explosive is the material that makes the explosion.
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Word origin
From Latin explodere, meaning to drive out by clapping, from ex plus plaudere, to clap.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- explodere
- English cognates
- explode, applause
Examples
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Here "explosive" describes something that can explode.
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As a noun, "explosives" means the material used to make explosions.
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People can be "explosive" too; they become angry very suddenly.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 29, lesson 6: explosive, unable, conclusion and 7 more words.