thunder

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈθʌndə/
/ˈθʌndɚ/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

The loud rumbling, cracking, or crashing sound caused by expansion of rapidly heated air around a lightning bolt.

Example Sentences
  • Thunder is preceded by lightning.
2 Definition

A deep, rumbling noise resembling thunder.

Example Sentences
  • Off in the distance, he heard the thunder of hoofbeats, signalling a stampede.
3 Definition

An alarming or startling threat or denunciation.

4 Definition

The discharge of electricity; a thunderbolt.

5 Definition

The spotlight.

Example Sentences
  • Shortly after I announced my pregnancy, he stole my thunder with his news of landing his dream job.
Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To produce thunder; to sound, rattle, or roar, as a discharge of atmospheric electricity; often used impersonally.

Example Sentences
  • It thundered continuously.
2 Definition

To make a noise like thunder.

Example Sentences
  • The train thundered along the tracks.
3 Definition

To talk with a loud, threatening voice.

4 Definition

To say (something) with a loud, threatening voice.

Example Sentences
  • "Get back to work at once!", he thundered.
5 Definition

To produce something with incredible power