erupt

verb
UK: /ɪˈrʌpt/
US: /ɪˈrʌpt/

  1. To explode or burst forth suddenly and violently, like a volcano.

    1. The volcano may erupt soon, covering the city with ash.
    2. The long-dormant volcano could erupt at any moment causing widespread panic.

  2. To suddenly express feelings or emotions in a very strong way.

    1. The crowd will erupt with cheers when the band starts.
    2. The audience erupted into applause after the singer finished the song.

  3. When a tooth appears through the gum.

    1. Her baby's teeth erupt at six months.
    2. The dentist said her wisdom teeth would erupt within the next year.

Synonyms

outbreak burst eruption discharge explode
erupt noun

  1. A sudden outbreak or burst of something.

    1. It was an erupt of anger.
    2. The erupt of violence surprised everyone at the peaceful protest.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "erupt" in English means: To explode or burst forth suddenly and violently, like a volcano., To suddenly express feelings or emotions in a very strong way., When a tooth appears through the gum..

The phonetic transcription of "erupt" is /ɪˈrʌpt/ in British English and /ɪˈrʌpt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "erupt": outbreak, burst, eruption, discharge, explode.

Example usage of "erupt": "The volcano may erupt soon, covering the city with ash.". More examples on the page.