exploded
Exploded (adj) means having burst apart, especially from an explosion. Example: “Firefighters cleared debris from the exploded tank.”
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAlready blown up or burst apart.
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What does “exploded” mean?
The word “exploded” means having burst apart, especially from an explosion. In plain terms, already blown up or burst apart.
How do you use “exploded” in a sentence?
Here is “exploded” used in a sentence: “Firefighters cleared debris from the exploded tank.”
What part of speech is “exploded”?
“Exploded” is an adjective.
Is “exploded” a common word?
“Exploded” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between exploded and shattered?
Exploded implies something burst apart suddenly, often with force from an internal blast or pressure release. Shattered simply means broken into many pieces, which can happen from an impact rather than an explosion. Exploded specifically suggests an outward bursting motion.
Can exploded be used figuratively?
Yes, exploded is often used figuratively to describe something that grew or spread suddenly and dramatically, such as an exploded population or an exploded myth that has been thoroughly disproven. In technical writing, an exploded view or exploded diagram shows parts pulled apart to reveal how they fit together.
Is exploded diagram a common technical term?
Yes, an exploded diagram or exploded view is a standard term in engineering and instruction manuals, showing components separated in space along their assembly axis so each part is visible individually. This usage draws on the sense of pieces bursting apart, not literal detonation.