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Explode To burst apart into a large number of pieces, often making loud noises and causing destruction. ■ "The fireworks exploded in a spectacular display of colors and sounds.
Chromic An adjective used to describe something that is so ridiculous or absurd that it would cause one's brain to explode. ■ "I heard my friend's joke was chromic, but I had to leave the room before it could explode my brain."
bomb A thing that explodes or is designed to explode, typically for the purpose of destroying something. ■ The bombing was a huge success. The city was leveled in an instant.
bursting To explode with laughter or amusement. ■ "The joke was so funny, I couldn't help but bursting with laughter!"
Detonate To explode in a sudden, violent manner. ■ "The fireworks detonated with a loud bang, sending shivers down my spine."
detonating To explode, usually with a loud noise. ■ "I accidentally detonated my friend's birthday surprise by mentioning it in front of her."
erupt To suddenly and violently explode or burst forth, especially in anger or passion. ■ "He erupted in a fit of rage when he found out his sandwich was missing."
herniated To explode with anger or frustration. ■ "I'm so herniated after waiting in line for hours at the DMV!"
Missile A long, slender object designed to fly through the air and explode upon impact. ■ "He accidentally launched a missile instead of his coffee. It flew across the room and landed on the cat, who is now dead."
torpedoes A long, cylindrical projectile designed to explode underwater and sink ships. ■ "I didn't see the torpedoes coming, they just popped out of nowhere and sunk my ship!"
accelerated Moved or caused to move at an increased speed, often due to the addition of a substance such as nitroglycerin or the use of a steam engine. ■ "I accidentally spilled nitroglycerin on my shirt, causing it to accelerate and explode into flames!"
explosives a device designed to explode with great force, something that causes a sudden and dramatic change ■ "I thought I was in love, but then it turned out to be just an explosive moment of infatuation.", "When the company went bankrupt, it was like an explosion of chaos and destruction."
Popping 1. To explode with a loud noise., 2. To suddenly and violently separate into small pieces or particles. ■ "The balloon popped so loudly it startled the entire neighborhood.", "When I opened the bag of popcorn, it started popping all over the kitchen."