erupt
10 synonyms for erupt, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To violently throw out material, especially lava, ash, or steam from a volcano.
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How to use erupt
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erupt into violence
volcano erupts
erupt in laughter
Etymology
From Latin ēruptus, past participle of ērumpere, "to burst out," from e- ("out") plus rumpere ("to break").
Full origin of erupt →Frequently asked questions
What does “erupt” mean?
The word “erupt” means to violently throw out material, especially lava, ash, or steam from a volcano. In plain terms, to suddenly burst out, whether that's lava from a volcano or noise from a crowd.
How do you pronounce “erupt”?
“Erupt” is pronounced ih-RUHPT (/ɪˈɹʌpt/ in IPA).
How do you use “erupt” in a sentence?
Here is “erupt” used in a sentence: “The volcano erupted without warning, sending ash miles into the sky.”
What is another word for “erupt”?
Words with a similar meaning to “erupt” include burst.
What part of speech is “erupt”?
“Erupt” is a verb.
Where does the word “erupt” come from?
The word “erupt” comes from Latin. From Latin ēruptus, past participle of ērumpere, "to burst out," from e- ("out") plus rumpere ("to break").
How many meanings does “erupt” have?
“Erupt” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to violently throw out material, especially lava, ash, or steam from a volcano.
