Thundercloud

Pronunciation: /ˈθʌndərˌklaʊd/

Definitions of thundercloud

noun a large, dense, and towering cloud associated with thunderstorms and lightning

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a big thundercloud in the sky.

A2 The thunderclouds rolled in, signaling an approaching storm.

B1 The dark thunderclouds loomed ominously over the horizon.

B2 As the thunderclouds gathered, the wind began to pick up.

C1 The lightning flashed within the massive thundercloud, illuminating the night sky.

C2 The thunderclouds unleashed a torrential downpour, soaking everything in their path.

Examples of thundercloud in a Sentence

formal The dark thunderclouds gathered on the horizon, signaling an approaching storm.

informal Wow, those thunderclouds look really ominous. Looks like we're in for some rain.

slang Man, those thunderclouds are looking pretty angry. Better grab an umbrella.

figurative Her mood was like a thundercloud, dark and brooding, ready to burst at any moment.

Grammatical Forms of thundercloud

• plural: thunderclouds
• comparative: more thundercloud
• superlative: most thundercloud
• present tense: thundercloud
• future tense: will thundercloud
• perfect tense: have thunderclouded
• continuous tense: is thunderclouding
• singular: thundercloud
• positive degree: thundercloud
• infinitive: to thundercloud
• gerund: thunderclouding
• participle: thunderclouded

Origin and Evolution of thundercloud

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'thundercloud' originated from Old English, with 'thunder' referring to the loud noise produced during a storm and 'cloud' representing the mass of condensed water vapor in the sky.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'thundercloud' has remained consistent in its meaning of a cloud associated with thunderstorms, reflecting the enduring connection between the two natural phenomena.