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erupt
to burst out suddenly and violently
Synonyms
- explode
- burst
Antonyms
- subside
- calm
erupt in a sentence
The volcano could erupt again at any moment, scientists warned nearby villagers.
The stadium erupted into cheers the moment the home team scored the winning goal in overtime.
Where it comes from
From Latin erumpere 'to burst forth' (e- 'out' + rumpere 'to break')
Memory hook
E (out) + RUPT (break) — breaking out suddenly, like a volcano.
Word parts
- rupt — break, burst
erupt: e- (out) + rupt (break)
Read it in context
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