Thunderstorm

Pronunciation: /ˈθʌndərˌstɔrm/

Definitions of thunderstorm

noun a storm with thunder and lightning, typically also with heavy rain or hail

Example Sentences

A1 I am scared of thunderstorms.

A2 During the thunderstorm, we stayed indoors.

B1 The thunderstorm caused a power outage in our neighborhood.

B2 The thunderstorm warning prompted us to seek shelter immediately.

C1 The meteorologist predicted a severe thunderstorm for tomorrow.

C2 The violent thunderstorm left a trail of destruction in its wake.

Examples of thunderstorm in a Sentence

formal The meteorologist warned of a severe thunderstorm approaching the area.

informal I heard there's a big thunderstorm coming our way.

slang Dude, that thunderstorm was insane last night!

figurative The political debate was like a thunderstorm, with heated arguments and tension in the air.

Grammatical Forms of thunderstorm

• past tense: thunderstormed
• plural: thunderstorms
• comparative: more thunderstormy
• superlative: most thunderstormy
• present tense: thunderstorms
• future tense: will thunderstorm
• perfect tense: have thunderstormed
• continuous tense: is thunderstorming
• singular: thunderstorm
• positive degree: thunderstorm
• infinitive: to thunderstorm
• gerund: thunderstorming
• participle: thunderstormed

Origin and Evolution of thunderstorm

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'thunderstorm' originated from Old English, where 'thunder' referred to the loud noise produced during a storm and 'storm' referred to a violent disturbance of the atmosphere.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'thunderstorm' has remained consistent in its meaning to describe a weather phenomenon characterized by thunder and lightning. However, advancements in meteorology have provided a more scientific understanding of thunderstorms and their formation.