thunderous
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for thunderous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely loud, like thunder.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use thunderous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
thunderous applause
a thunderous voice
Etymology
From thunder + the adjective ending -ous.
Full origin of thunderous →Frequently asked questions
What does “thunderous” mean?
The word “thunderous” means extremely loud, like thunder. In plain terms, so loud it resembles thunder — often used for applause, cheering, or shouting.
How do you pronounce “thunderous”?
“Thunderous” is pronounced THUHN-duh-ruhs (/ˈθʌn.dɚ.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “thunderous” in a sentence?
Here is “thunderous” used in a sentence: “The crowd gave a thunderous round of applause.”
What part of speech is “thunderous”?
“Thunderous” is an adjective.
