erupt
= to burst out suddenly and forcefully, such as a volcano releasing lava, ash, and gases
The volcano erupted violently, spewing ash and lava into the sky.
Mark watched in awe as the volcano erupted after years of dormancy.
The volcano erupted early in the morning, blanketing the area in ash.
Watching the volcano erupt from a safe distance, Mark felt a mix of fear and awe.
Synonyms and antonyms for "erupt"
Synonyms:
burst
explode
flare
outburst
Antonyms:
subside
calm
retreat
diminish
Question:What does "erupt" mean as a verb?
A) Slowly develop
B) Burst out suddenly
C) Hide away quietly
D) Remain calm
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