detonate
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for detonate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To explode, or to make something explode.
Synonyms
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Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use detonate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin detonare ("to thunder down"), from de- + tonare ("to thunder").
Full origin of detonate →Frequently asked questions
What does “detonate” mean?
The word “detonate” means to explode, or to make something explode. In plain terms, to set off an explosion, or to blow up.
How do you pronounce “detonate”?
“Detonate” is pronounced DEH-tuh-nayt (/ˈdɛtəˌneɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “detonate” in a sentence?
Here is “detonate” used in a sentence: “Bomb disposal experts detonated the device safely.”
What part of speech is “detonate”?
“Detonate” is a verb.
Where does the word “detonate” come from?
The word “detonate” comes from Latin. From Latin detonare ("to thunder down"), from de- + tonare ("to thunder").