Word
exploded
Phoneticsex·plod·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/ɪksˈpɫoʊdəd/
UK/ɛksplˈəʊdɪd/
Definitions
01burst apart
B1 · Intermediate
v. burst apart suddenly and violently with a loud noise.
v. the past tense of explode, indicating a sudden and violent release of energy, typically resulting in the destruction of the object.
“The old boiler exploded after the pressure became too high.”
“The improvised device exploded with such force that it shattered windows in the adjacent buildings and sent debris flying across the square.”
02increased quickly
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. increased very fast in number, size, or popularity.
v. underwent a sudden and rapid expansion or increase in magnitude.
“The city's population exploded during the industrial revolution.”
“Demand for renewable energy solutions exploded following the implementation of the new carbon tax, catching many traditional suppliers off guard.”
Synonyms
03destroyed by a bomb
B1 · Intermediate
adj. describes something that has been blown up or destroyed by a blast.
adj. having been subjected to a detonation or internal pressure resulting in physical destruction.
“The soldiers found the remains of an exploded vehicle on the road.”
“The forensic team carefully examined the fragments of the exploded canister to determine the chemical composition of the propellant.”
Antonyms
04shown in parts
C1 · Advanced Technology Technical
adj. shown in a diagram where the parts are separated so you can see how they fit together.
adj. represented in a diagram with components separated but positioned to show their relationship to the whole.
“The manual includes an exploded view of the engine to help with repairs.”
“The technical documentation provided an exploded diagram of the turbine, allowing the engineers to identify the specific seal that required replacement.”
Usage
Almost exclusively used in the phrase 'exploded view' or 'exploded diagram'.
Synonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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