Eruption: meaning, definitions and examples

Same word as above, used again likely due to a typo.

• The eruption of Kilauea caused widespread damage.

Commonly refers to a sudden release of strong emotion, often uncontrollable or unexpected.

• He apologized for his angry outburst during the meeting.
• Her sudden outburst of laughter surprised everyone.

Often refers to a sudden and violent release of energy, can be natural or man-made, such as a bomb or a chemical reaction.

• The gas leak caused a massive explosion.
• The explosion of the fireworks lit up the sky.

Used in a scientific or geological context to describe ongoing or periodic volcanic events.

• Eruptive activity at the volcano has increased recently.
• Scientists monitor eruptive activity to predict future eruptions.