erupting

[ih-ruhp-ting]

erupting Definition

• 1. to burst forth suddenly and violently, especially with noise and flames
• 2. to become active or start suddenly

Using erupting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "erupting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The volcano is erupting again.

• Example

  The crowd erupted in cheers when the team scored a goal.

• Example

  The argument erupted into a physical fight.

erupting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for erupting

• burst
• ignite
• explode
• blow up
• flare up

Antonyms for erupting

• calm
• subside
• die down

Phrases with erupting

• erupt in laughter

  to suddenly start laughing uncontrollably

  Example

  The comedian's jokes made the audience erupt in laughter.

• erupt in anger

  to suddenly become very angry

  Example

  He erupted in anger when he found out that his car had been stolen.

• erupt in applause

  to suddenly start clapping loudly and enthusiastically

  Example

  The speaker's inspiring words made the audience erupt in applause.

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Summary: erupting in Brief

The verb 'erupting' [ih-ruhp-ting] means to suddenly and violently burst forth, often with noise and flames. It can also mean to become active or start suddenly. Examples include the eruption of a volcano, a crowd erupting in cheers, or an argument erupting into a physical fight. Phrases include 'erupt in laughter,' 'erupt in anger,' and 'erupt in applause.'