Synonyms for

Blast

Verb / blæst / Another word for blast — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sudden and powerful explosion or burst of something

Synonyms & similar words

attack eruption crucify bang gust savage goodtime pillory smash nail blare flak flack shoot knockdown bam blow shell clap fire boom explosion burst boom eruption detonation bang pop crash smash thud slam puff blow wind gust whirlwind storm tempest squall hurricane

Synonyms by register

Formal

explosion detonation rupture discharge

Informal

boom bang whoosh pow

Literary

tempest maelstrom gust

Antonyms

whisper murmur gentle calm quiet silence peace

Common collocations

  • blast furnace
  • blast wave
  • blast off
  • blast through
  • blast away
  • blast hole
  • blastocyst

Word family

noun blast
verb blast
adjective blasting

Usage note

The informal sense of 'blast' (e.g., 'have a blast') implies a very enjoyable time. The formal sense refers to an explosion or a strong gust of wind.

Example sentences

  1. The blast of the horn woke me up.
  2. The fireworks made a loud blast.
  3. The explosion was so strong it knocked me off my feet.
  4. The wind blast was so strong it blew my hat off.
  5. The cannon blast was heard for miles around.

Quotes

  • I'm having a blast, aren't you? - Lindsay Lohan
  • I just want to have a blast, really. - Dolly Parton
  • The past is a blast. - Cyndi Lauper

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