Boom

/buːm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A loud, deep, resonant sound, like that of an explosion or thunder.

The boom of the cannon echoed across the valley.

A sudden increase in economic activity or growth.

The housing market experienced a boom, with prices reaching all-time highs.

An increase in popularity or activity of a particular product or service.

There has been a boom in online shopping since the pandemic.

verb

To make a loud, deep sound.

The thunder boomed as the storm approached.

To develop or increase rapidly.

The tech industry has boomed in recent years, leading to many new startups.

To announce or proclaim something loudly.

He boomed his arrival with a loud shout.

Middle English 'bome', replicating the sound.

economic boom

A period of rapid economic expansion.

boom and bust

A cycle of economic growth followed by decline.

boom box

A portable speaker for playing music.

baby boom

A significant increase in birth rates during a specific period.

surge

A sudden powerful forward or upward movement.

expansion

The action of becoming larger or more extensive.

To celebrate or have a good time.

We are going to boom it up tonight!

To be extremely popular or successful.

That new song is really booming right now.