Thunder

/ˈθʌndər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The loud rumbling sound that follows a flash of lightning, caused by the rapid expansion of heated air.

The thunder echoed through the valley after the storm.

A similar loud noise, such as that made by explosions or heavy artillery.

The thunder of the cannon fire could be heard miles away.

A metaphor for a powerful or threatening presence or sound.

His voice had the thunder of authority that commanded attention.

verb

To make a loud noise like thunder.

The storm began to thunder as the rain started to pour.

To move or act with great noise or force.

The herd of elephants thundered across the plains.

Old English 'þunor', related to the Proto-Germanic '*thunraz'.

thunderstorm

A storm that produces thunder and lightning.

to thunder

To produce a loud sound like thunder.

throw thunder

To express oneself emphatically or loudly.

lightning

A sudden electrostatic discharge during a storm that produces a flash of light.

storm

A disturbance of the atmosphere that affects the surface, typically involving rain and strong winds.

echo

A sound that is reflected off a surface and heard again.

A powerful and impressive person or thing.

That new car is a real thunder on the road!

To speak loudly or with great enthusiasm.

He thunders at the crowd when he's excited.