thunderous

Meanings

• adjective

  Loud and deep peals of thunder, especially during a storm.

• adjective

  Characterized by or producing a loud, deep, prolonged sound, especially the sound of thunder.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈθʌn.dəɹ.əs/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with thunderous
hunderous , thundrous , plunderous , munderous

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Variants

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thunderous , thunderously

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Etymology

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From Old English thunor, from thun, to thunder.

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Trivia

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1. Thunder is not actually heard until it reaches the ground.

2. During a thunderstorm, the volume of a clap of thunder can be measured in decibels.

3. The loudest thunderclap on record was heard in South America in 1942, with a reported decibel level of 188 dB.

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Related Concepts

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1. Thunder: A loud, explosive sound produced by the sudden release of electricity in the atmosphere, usually occurring during a storm.

2. Lightning: An electric discharge in the atmosphere, producing a bright flash of light and a loud thunderclap.

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Culture

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Thunderous is often used to describe the loud and powerful sound of thunder during a storm. It can also be used figuratively to describe something that is powerful or impressive. In literature, thunderous is often used to set the scene during a storm, creating a sense of excitement and anticipation. In music, thunderous drum rolls or cymbal crashes can be used to create a sense of power and intensity.

How to Memorize "thunderous"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a thunderstorm with bright flashes of lightning and loud, rumbling thunder.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'thunderous' with the sound of thunder during a storm.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Think of the word 'thunderous' as a reminder of the powerful and loud sound of thunder.

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