explosive

• Décrit ce qui est capable d'exploser ou de provoquer une explosion ; s'utilise aussi au sens figuré pour qualifier un événement ou une personne soudain, violent ou dramatique.

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.

   explosif

   • 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.

   Synonymescombustibledetonativeeruptiveflammableunstablevolatile

   Antonymesinertnonexplosivenonvolatilesafestable

2. Sudden and violentB2formal

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

   explosif (sens soudain et violent)

   • 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.

   Synonymesdramaticeruptivefieryimpetuousstormysuddentumultuousvehementviolentvolatile

   Antonymescalmgentlegradualmildnonviolentsubdued

3. Very powerful or dynamicB2informal

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

   Extrêmement puissant ou dynamique

   • 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.

   Synonymesdynamicelectricenergeticforcefulimpressivepowerfulstrikingvigorous

   Antonymesmildsubduedunderstated

• Nom désignant une substance ou un dispositif capable de provoquer une libération soudaine et puissante d'énergie, généralement par réaction chimique.

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.

   explosif (substance explosive)

   • 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.

   Synonymeschargedynamitegunpowderhigh explosivetnt

2. B2formaltechnical

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

   engin explosif

   • 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.

   Synonymesbombcharge