Definition

The quality or state of being able to explode or cause an explosion.

Example

The explosiveness of the fireworks surprised everyone at the show.

Conversation

Did you see that basketball game last night?

Yeah, the players showed such great explosiveness on the court!

I know, right? It really made the game exciting to watch.

Absolutely! That kind of energy keeps everyone on the edge of their seats.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Explosiveness is formed from "explosive" (from Latin "explosivus", meaning to drive out or to burst forth) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the quality of being explosive or capable of bursting forth with force.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can 'burst forth' ('explosive') and the '-ness' indicating a state or quality. This helps you remember that explosiveness refers to the quality of being able to explode.

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