English dictionary
irrupt
/I/'r/@/pt/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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enter uninvited
ExamplesShe irrupted into our sitting room.
Synonyms intrudeSource: WordNet 3.0
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erupt or intensify suddenly
ExamplesThe crowd irrupted into a burst of patriotism.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner
ExamplesThe island's rodent population irrupted.
Synonyms explodeSource: WordNet 3.0