adj Uncommon

exploding

Exploding (adj) means bursting apart or increasing suddenly and dramatically. Example: “The exploding population strained the city's resources.”

adj

Bursting apart or increasing suddenly and dramatically.

"The exploding population strained the city's resources."

How to use exploding

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBursting apart, or growing extremely fast, right now.

Word forms

explodings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “exploding” mean?

The word “exploding” means bursting apart or increasing suddenly and dramatically. In plain terms, bursting apart, or growing extremely fast, right now.

How do you use “exploding” in a sentence?

Here is “exploding” used in a sentence: “The exploding population strained the city's resources.”

What part of speech is “exploding”?

“Exploding” is an adjective.

Is “exploding” a common word?

“Exploding” is an uncommon word in modern English.