IMPLODE Antonyms
Definition of IMPLODE
Best Opposite Words For IMPLODE
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explode | verbv | |||||||
verb • cause to burst with a violent release of energy • burst outward, usually with noise • show a violent emotional reaction • be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise • destroy by exploding • cause to burst as a result of air pressure; of stop consonants like /p/, /t/, and /k/ • drive from the stage by noisy disapproval • show (a theory or claim) to be baseless, or refute and make obsolete • burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction • increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner | ||||||||
expand | verbv | |||||||
verb • extend in one or more directions • become larger in size or volume or quantity • make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity • grow vigorously • exaggerate or make bigger • add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing • expand the influence of | ||||||||
extend | verbv | |||||||
verb • extend in scope or range or area • stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point • span an interval of distance, space or time • make available; provide • thrust or extend out • reach outward in space • offer verbally • extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body • expand the influence of • lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer • extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length • cause to move at full gallop • open or straighten out; unbend • use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity • prolong the time allowed for payment of • continue or extend • increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance | ||||||||
inflate | verbv | |||||||
verb • exaggerate or make bigger • fill with gas or air • cause prices to rise by increasing the available currency or credit • increase the amount or availability of, creating a rise in value • become inflated |