Thunder Definition & Meaning
thunder
- noun
- a deep prolonged loud noise
- a booming or crashing noise caused by air expanding along the path of a bolt of lightning
- street names for heroin
- verb
- move fast, noisily, and heavily; "The bus thundered down the road"
- utter words loudly and forcefully; "`Get out of here,' he roared"
- be the case that thunder is being heard; "Whenever it thunders, my dog crawls under the bed"
- to make or produce a loud noise; "The river thundered below"; "The engine roared as the driver pushed the car to full throttle"
"Thunder" in song lyrics
See how thunder is used in real songs:
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"Whenever I see you, my heart's like thunder"
2 Live Crew — With Your Badself -
"Then gaze upon the speaker, the wall of thunder"
2 Live Crew — Ghetto Bass II -
"Still number one on the under, I heard he came with the thunder"
9th Prince f/ Dom Pachino — What U Wanna Do?
Words that rhyme with thunder
Usage tips for "thunder"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "thunder" 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 thunder to find words that pair well.