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Meaning of blowup
The primary meaning of "blowup" is an act of blowing something up or a violent or intense outburst.
Etymology of blowup
The word "blowup" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the verb "blow" and the adverb "up", initially used to describe the act of blowing something up with an explosive
Over time, the word's meaning expanded to include figurative senses, such as a violent outburst of emotion or a dramatic increase in something
Synonyms
explosion
blast
eruption
outburst
flare-up
surge
increase
expansion
growth
escalation
intensification
magnification
inflation
boom
bubble
enlargement
enhancement
augmentation
amplification
exaggeration
overstatement
hyperbole
magnifying
swelling
bulge
protrusion
protruding
enlargement
dilation
distension
stretching
extension
increase
magnify
amplify
exaggerate
inflate
expand
swell
surge
burst
detonation
discharge
Definitions
- A violent or intense outburst of emotion, especially anger
- * An act of blowing something up, especially with an explosive
- * A photograph or picture that has been enlarged
- * A dramatic or violent increase in something, such as a problem or a situation
Usage Examples
- The argument ended in a blowup, with both parties storming out of the room
- * The firework ended with a loud blowup, illuminating the night sky
- * The photo was a blowup of the original, showing every detail clearly
- * The company's financial problems came to a head with a blowup of debt and bankruptcy
Antonyms
calmness
peacefulness
serenity
tranquility
stillness
quietness
softness
gentleness
mildness
moderation
decrease
reduction
decline
contraction
shrinkage
deflation
minimization
diminution
subsidence
repression
suppression
silence
hush
lull
dampening
soothing
appeasement