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thunderously

 

[ ˈθʌndərəsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

sound or noise

The word 'thunderously' describes something done in a very loud and deep manner, resembling the sound of thunder. It often conveys a sense of overwhelming intensity and can be used to describe sounds, actions, or even reactions. This term can create a vivid auditory image in the reader's mind, suggesting something that is not just loud, but powerful and all-encompassing.

Synonyms

boisterously, ear-splittingly, raucously, resoundingly

Examples of usage

  • The crowd cheered thunderously as the team scored.
  • The thunderously roaring waves crashed against the cliffs.
  • He laughed thunderously, filling the entire room with joy.
  • The music played thunderously, vibrating through the floor.

Translations

Translations of the word "thunderously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trovejantemente

🇮🇳 गरजते हुए

🇩🇪 donnernd

🇮🇩 menggelegar

🇺🇦 гримлячи

🇵🇱 grzmiąco

🇯🇵 雷のように

🇫🇷 tonnerreusement

🇪🇸 estruendosamente

🇹🇷 gürültüyle

🇰🇷 천둥처럼

🇸🇦 بصوت رعدي

🇨🇿 hromově

🇸🇰 hromovo

🇨🇳 雷鸣般地

🇸🇮 gromko

🇮🇸 þrumandi

🇰🇿 жер қозғалтып

🇬🇪 გრიგალით

🇦🇿 göy guruldaması ilə

🇲🇽 estruendosamente

Etymology

The term 'thunderously' is derived from the root word 'thunder', which comes from the Old English 'þunor', meaning 'thunder' or 'a loud noise'. This word has its origins in the Proto-Germanic '*thunraz', which is also related to the Proto-Indo-European root '*ten-'. This word has been in use in the English language since the early medieval period, signifying the powerful natural phenomenon that evokes fear and awe. The adverbial suffix '-ly' was then added to form 'thunderously', allowing it to describe actions taken in a manner reminiscent of thunder. The evolution of 'thunderously' reflects humanity's long-standing fascination and respect for the forces of nature, as echoed in ancient mythologies associating thunder with gods and powerful beings.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,162, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.