Erupted: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe a sudden, often violent release of natural forces, like a volcano or a strong emotional outburst.

• The volcano erupted, spewing lava and ash into the sky.
• The meeting erupted into chaos after the controversial decision was announced.

Describes a violent and sudden burst with loud noise, often used for bombs or fireworks. It can also refer to situations or emotions becoming very intense quickly. It has a neutral to slightly negative connotation.

• The bomb exploded, causing massive destruction.
• She felt like she was going to explode from all the stress.

Commonly used to describe an explosion or a situation becoming extremely intense or out of control. It can also refer to enlarging something, like a photograph. It has a more informal tone and can have a negative connotation when referring to emotional outbursts.

• The car blew up after crashing into the wall.
• He blew up at his boss during the meeting.

Refers specifically to the act of something erupting, often used scientifically or in formal contexts to describe natural phenomena like volcanic eruptions.

• The volcanic eruption caused widespread damage to the surrounding area.
• The eruption of complaints from customers was overwhelming.

Used when referring to natural occurrences, such as volcanos or emotional outbursts.

• The volcano erupted, sending ash into the sky
• She erupted in anger when she heard the news

Used for sudden and energetic outpourings, often emotions or sounds, like laughter or exclamations.

• He burst out laughing at the joke
• She burst out with the truth, unable to hold it in any longer