erupt
Meaning
To erupt means to suddenly and violently break out, often referring to volcanic activity or a sudden outburst of emotion or conflict.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "erupt" with "interrupt"; they have different meanings.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
The
team
gathered
in
the
small
meeting
room
at
nine
,
ready
to
hear
the
manager's
news
.
She
announced
that
everyone
would
get
an
extra
day
off
next
month
,
which
was
unexpected
and
very
welcome
.
For
a
moment
the
room
was
silent
,
then
cheerful
applause
erupted
and
people
started
smiling
and
talking
excitedly
.
Some
colleagues
hugged
while
others
checked
their
phones
to
plan
a
trip
,
and
the
atmosphere
stayed
calm
and
positive
.
After
the
meeting
they
returned
to
their
desks
with
lighter
steps
and
a
good
sense
of
teamwork
.
Common Phrases
erupt in anger
erupt into laughter
erupt with joy
Synonyms
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