Meaning & Definition of word "Fulminate"
Fulminate
/ˈfʌl.mɪ.neɪt/
noun:
- 1. a substance that explodes or causes explosions, especially strong or sudden ones.
- Example: The lab was handling several fulminates, which required strict safety precautions.
verb:
- 1. to explode with a loud noise; to detonate.
- Example: The fireworks fulminated above the city, lighting up the night sky.
- 2. to express vehement protest or criticism.
- Example: The senator fulminated against the proposed legislation that he believed would harm the environment.
- 3. to issue a sudden and severe reprimand.
- Example: After the disastrous meeting, the manager fulminated at the team for their lack of preparation.
Etymology
●From Latin fulminare, meaning 'to strike with lightning'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fulminate against:
to loudly criticize or protest something.
fulminate in anger:
to express strong anger or indignation.
Related Words
fulmination:
the act of fulminating; a sudden explosion or protest.
fulminated mercury:
a compound used in explosive devices.
Slang Meanings of fulminate
Meaning: to go off on someone.
● Example Sentence: When he found out, he fulminated on his friend for not telling him.
Meaning: to blow up verbally.
● Example Sentence: She fulminated at the manager for the terrible service.