Explosion

Synonyms of explosion

• blast
• burst
• detonation

Antonyms of explosion

• collapse
• deflation
• implosion

Collocations of explosion

massive explosion

Frequency: 80 %

The massive explosion could be heard for miles.

loud explosion

Frequency: 70 %

The loud explosion startled the entire neighborhood.

violent explosion

Frequency: 65 %

The violent explosion caused widespread destruction.

unexpected explosion

Frequency: 50 %

The unexpected explosion caught everyone off guard.

chemical explosion

Frequency: 45 %

The chemical explosion resulted in toxic fumes spreading throughout the area.

Idiomatic Expressions for explosion

• Phrase: set off an explosion
  Meaning: to cause a sudden and powerful release of energy
  Usage: The fireworks set off an explosion of light and sound in the night sky.