storm
7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for storm, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A period of violent weather with strong winds and often rain, thunder, or snow.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use storm
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English storm, an ancient Germanic word related to Dutch storm and German Sturm.
Full origin of storm →Frequently asked questions
What does “storm” mean?
The word “storm” means a period of violent weather with strong winds and often rain, thunder, or snow. In plain terms, violent weather, or (figuratively) a sudden burst of anger, activity, or force.
How do you pronounce “storm”?
“Storm” is pronounced stawm (/stɔɹm/ in IPA).
How do you use “storm” in a sentence?
Here is “storm” used in a sentence: “A storm knocked out power across half the city.”
What is another word for “storm”?
Words with a similar meaning to “storm” include procelle.
What part of speech is “storm”?
Depending on how it is used, “storm” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “storm” come from?
The word “storm” comes from Old English. From Old English storm, an ancient Germanic word related to Dutch storm and German Sturm.
Is “storm” a common word?
“Storm” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “storm” have?
“Storm” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a period of violent weather with strong winds and often rain, thunder, or snow.
What is the difference between a storm and a hurricane?
A storm is any spell of violent weather with strong winds and often rain, thunder, or snow. A hurricane is a specific, very large and powerful storm: a rotating system that forms over warm oceans with sustained winds above 74 mph. Every hurricane is a storm, but most storms are far smaller and milder.
What are the main types of storm?
Storms come in many forms: thunderstorms with lightning, rainstorms and downpours, snowstorms and blizzards, windstorms and gales, hailstorms, and dust or sandstorms. The largest and most violent include hurricanes, cyclones, and tornadoes. What they share is a burst of intense, disruptive weather, though the main ingredient — wind, rain, snow, or dust — varies.
What is the difference between a storm and a tempest?
The two mean much the same thing: a period of violent weather. 'Storm' is the everyday word, while 'tempest' is more literary and dramatic, suggesting an especially fierce storm. You will meet 'tempest' more often in poetry, older writing, and figurative phrases than in a modern weather forecast.