Burst Definition
burst
noun
- the act of exploding or bursting; "the explosion of the firecrackers awoke the children"; "the burst of an atom bomb creates enormous radiation aloft"
- rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms; "our fusillade from the left flank caught them by surprise"
- a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason); "a burst of applause"; "a fit of housecleaning"
- a sudden intense happening; "an outburst of heavy rain"; "a burst of lightning"
verb
- come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure; "The bubble burst"
- force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up; "break into tears"; "erupt in anger"
- burst outward, usually with noise; "The champagne bottle exploded"
- move suddenly, energetically, or violently; "He burst out of the house into the cool night"
- be in a state of movement or action; "The room abounded with screaming children"; "The garden bristled with toddlers"
- emerge suddenly; "The sun burst into view"
- cause to burst; "The ice broke the pipe"
- break open or apart suddenly and forcefully; "The dam burst"
"Burst" in song lyrics
See how burst is used in real songs:
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"Mercury rise and the thermometer burst"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — God Twist -
"Bone of the Gers, your bone whistle break when I burst"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Shawn Wigs — One on One -
"I'm 'a drag my sneakers through the dirt like alligator bellies 'til the cloud burst"
Aesop Rock — Garbage
Words that rhyme with burst
Usage tips for "burst"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "burst" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for burst to find words that pair well.