English dictionary
burst
/b/[@]/rst/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the act of exploding or bursting
ExamplesThe burst of an atom bomb creates enormous radiation aloft.
Synonyms explosionSource: WordNet 3.0
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rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
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a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
ExamplesA burst of applause.
Synonyms fitSource: WordNet 3.0
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a sudden intense happening
ExamplesAn outburst of heavy rain.
A burst of lightning.
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A sudden breaking forth; a violent rending; an explosion; as, a <i>burst</i> of thunder; a <i>burst</i> of applause; a <i>burst</i> of passion; a <i>burst</i> of inspiration.
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verb
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come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
ExamplesThe bubble burst.
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force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up
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burst outward, usually with noise
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move suddenly, energetically, or violently
ExamplesHe burst out of the house into the cool night.
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be in a state of movement or action
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emerge suddenly
ExamplesThe sun burst into view.
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cause to burst
Synonyms collapseSource: WordNet 3.0
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break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
ExamplesThe dam burst.
Synonyms bustSource: WordNet 3.0
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To fly apart or in pieces; of break open; to yield to force or pressure, especially to a sudden and violent exertion of force, or to pressure from within; to explode; as, the boiler had <i>burst</i>; the buds will <i>burst</i> in spring.
Source: webster1913
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To break or rend by violence, as by an overcharge or by strain or pressure, esp. from within; to force open suddenly; as, to <i>burst</i> a cannon; to <i>burst</i> a blood vessel; to <i>burst</i> open the doors.
Source: webster1913