explosive

• Описывает то, что способно взрываться или вызывать взрыв; также используется в переносном смысле для описания внезапного, бурного или драматического события или личности.

Describes something that is capable of exploding or causing an explosion; also used figuratively to describe a sudden, violent, or dramatic event or personality.

1. Capable of explodingB1formal

   Able or likely to cause an explosion.

   Взрывоопасный

   • The workers handled the explosive materials with extreme caution.
   • The bomb squad was called to dispose of the explosive device.
   • Certain gases can become explosive if mixed with air.

   Synonymscombustibledetonativeeruptiveflammableunstablevolatile

   Antonymsinertnonexplosivenonvolatilesafestable

2. Sudden and violentB2formal

   Describing a sudden, violent, or dramatic event or reaction.

   Взрывной

   • The situation in the region became explosive after the announcement.
   • He has an explosive temper that can be triggered easily.
   • The news caused an explosive reaction from the public.

   Synonymsdramaticeruptivefieryimpetuousstormysuddentumultuousvehementviolentvolatile

   Antonymscalmgentlegradualmildnonviolentsubdued

3. Very powerful or dynamicB2informal

   Used to describe something that is extremely powerful, energetic, or impressive.

   Взрывной

   • The athlete showed explosive speed during the race.
   • The band gave an explosive performance that thrilled the audience.
   • Her explosive growth in popularity surprised everyone.

   Synonymsdynamicelectricenergeticforcefulimpressivepowerfulstrikingvigorous

   Antonymsmildsubduedunderstated

• Существительное, обозначающее вещество или устройство, способное вызвать внезапный, мощный выброс энергии, обычно в результате химической реакции.

A noun referring to a substance or device that can cause a sudden, violent release of energy, typically through a chemical reaction.

1. Chemical substanceB2formaltechnical

   A substance that can cause a sudden, violent release of energy, typically with a loud noise and heat.

   Взрывчатое вещество

   • The workers handled the explosives with extreme caution.
   • The military stored the explosives in a secure bunker.
   • Improper storage of explosives can lead to accidents.

   Synonymschargedynamitegunpowderhigh explosivetnt

2. B2formaltechnical

   A device or weapon that contains an explosive substance and is designed to detonate.

   Взрывное устройство

   • The bomb squad safely disposed of the explosive.
   • The soldiers were trained to identify and disarm explosives.
   • The explosive was detonated in a controlled environment.

   Synonymsbombcharge