Synonyms for

Booming

Verb / ˈbu:mɪŋ / Another word for booming — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Booming means having a period of great prosperity or rapid economic growth.

Synonyms & similar words

boomout din palmy blast flourish expand thrive roaring stentorian prosperous thriving smash prospering thunder flourishing nail boom prosperous thriving flourishing growing expanding successful lucrative boisterous thunderous loud noisy resounding thundering rumbling echoing clamorous vibrant active bustling buzzing

Synonyms by register

Formal

thriving prospering flourishing burgeoning

Informal

rocketing taking off exploding going great guns

Literary

resounding sonorous full-throated

Antonyms

quiet silent fading declining subsiding waning

Common collocations

  • booming economy
  • booming business
  • booming voice
  • booming market
  • booming industry
  • booming sales
  • booming sound

Word family

noun boom
verb boom
adjective booming

Usage note

Primarily used to describe rapid growth or a loud, deep sound. Can sometimes imply a temporary or unsustainable surge.

Example sentences

  1. The city's economy is booming thanks to the new businesses opening up.
  2. The sound of the fireworks was booming in the night sky.
  3. The concert was booming with music and excitement.
  4. The construction site was booming with activity as workers built the new building.
  5. The company's profits are booming this year.

Quotes

  • The sound of the booming surf felt like a lullaby, soothing him to sleep.
  • Her booming voice echoed through the halls of the school.
  • The booming economy has brought new opportunities for everyone.

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