Fulmination
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fʌlmɪˈneɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Fulmination is a noun meaning The act of fulminating or exploding; detonation.
Meaning
The act of fulminating or exploding; detonation.
More Meanings
- The act of thundering forth threats or censures, as with authority.
- That which is fulminated or thundered forth; vehement menace or censure.
Example Sentences
It is curious, reading the fulminations of American purists of the last generation, to note how many of the Americanisms they denounced have not only got into perfectly good usage at home but even broken down all guards across the ocean.
Word Forms
- fulminations
Synonyms for fulmination
Depending on context, synonyms include diatribe.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include diatribe, blowup, deflagration, explosion, displosion, fireblast.
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