급격한 연소나 과도한 압력으로 인해 격렬하고 시끄럽게 터지거나 산산조각 나다, 또는 그렇게 되게 하다.
To burst or shatter violently and noisily as a result of rapid combustion or excessive pressure, or to cause something to burst in this manner.
예문:
"The old boiler was unstable and threatened to explode at any moment."
"Engineers successfully exploded the abandoned bridge to clear the river path."
"We heard the distant sound of fireworks exploding high above the city."
분노와 같은 강렬한 감정을 갑자기 격렬하게 표출하거나, 폭소를 터뜨리다.
To suddenly give expression to a strong, violent emotion, especially anger, or to burst into laughter.
예문:
"When she saw the damage, she exploded in fury and started yelling at everyone."
"The comedian's joke was so unexpected that the entire audience exploded with laughter."
"His frustration finally exploded into a heated argument with his supervisor."
크기, 수, 범위 등이 갑작스럽고 빠르게 증가하다.
To increase suddenly and rapidly in size, number, or extent.
예문:
"The popularity of the new social media platform exploded overnight, gaining millions of users."
"Housing prices in the metropolitan area have exploded over the last decade."
"If we don't manage the tension, the situation could explode into a major crisis."
이론, 믿음, 또는 신화가 거짓이거나 근거가 없음을 보여주어 논파하다.
To show a theory, belief, or myth to be false or unfounded; refute.
예문:
"Recent archaeological findings have exploded the long-held theory about the origin of the civilization."
"The journalist sought to explode the myths surrounding the politician's charitable donations."
"Her detailed research successfully exploded the notion that the disease was purely genetic."