Meaning of the word explosive in English

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explosive

US /ɪkˈsploʊ.sɪv/

UK /ɪkˈsploʊ.sɪv/

a substance that can be made to explode

Example:

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The police found a large quantity of explosives hidden in the warehouse.

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Handling explosives requires specialized training.

Synonym:

detonator dynamite bomb charge munition

likely to explode or burst out with great force

Example:

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The situation became increasingly explosive as tensions rose.

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His temper is quite explosive, so be careful what you say.

Synonym:

volatile unstable fiery turbulent tempestuous

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explosion