Grenade

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of grenade

bomb
shell
explosive

Antonyms of grenade

Collocations of grenade

hand grenade
Frequency: 80 %

The soldier threw the hand grenade towards the enemy bunker.

live grenade
Frequency: 75 %

The soldier accidentally dropped a live grenade during training.

grenade launcher
Frequency: 70 %

The soldier equipped his rifle with a grenade launcher for added firepower.

pineapple grenade
Frequency: 65 %

The soldier used a pineapple grenade to clear out the enemy position.

fragmentation grenade
Frequency: 60 %

The explosion caused by the fragmentation grenade injured several enemy combatants.

Idiomatic Expressions for grenade

  • Phrase: like a grenade waiting to explode
    Meaning: describing a situation or person that is tense, volatile, or likely to become chaotic
    Usage: The argument between the two coworkers was like a grenade waiting to explode.