Dynamite

/ˈdaɪ.nəˌmaɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An explosive substance used in mining, construction, and demolition.

The workers used dynamite to blast through the mountains during the construction of the tunnel.

A person or thing that is extremely impressive, effective, or powerful.

Her performance in the play was dynamite, receiving a standing ovation from the audience.

verb

To destroy or blow up (something) with dynamite.

They had to dynamite the old bridge to make way for the new one.

From Greek 'dynamis' meaning 'power'.

dynamite drop

A significant impact event.

dynamite act

A remarkable or impressive action.

nitroglycerin

A highly explosive liquid compound used in making dynamite.

explosive

A substance that can explode or cause an explosion.

Something outstanding or excellent.

That concert was totally dynamite!

Something that has a significant impact.

His speech was dynamite and really inspired the crowd.