Definitions

erupt

[ih-ruhpt] / ɪˈrʌpt /

VERB

give forth, eject with force

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appear blow up break out burst detonate explode flare up go off spew

STRONG

belch boil discharge emit eruct extravasate gush hurl jet rupture spit spout spurt vent vomit

WEAK

cast out pour forth throw off touch off

Antonyms

STRONG

be quiet

Example Sentences

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The confrontation did not erupt all at once.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Footage shows the towering rocket erupt in an inferno, followed by a mushroom cloud of smoke as bystanders gathered to watch the launch gasp "Oh no!" and "Oh my God!"

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

The disruption to trade in the Gulf and its global effects are a reminder of the economic calamity that would likely erupt from war in the Taiwan Strait.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

And erupt Hearts did in this frantic contest at Motherwell.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

As I left my hiding spot, I heard the ablutionist take another piece and both men erupt into another fit of awkward laughter.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri

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