Definition

Relating to or resembling the sound of thunder; very loud or powerful.

Example

The thundering applause from the audience filled the concert hall.

Conversation

Did you hear that thundering sound last night?

Yeah, it was so loud! I thought it was a storm coming.

I know, right? It felt like something big was happening.

Exactly! It was both exciting and a bit scary.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A loud noise that sounds like thunder, often associated with storms.

Example

The thundering of the storm kept us awake all night.

Conversation

Did you hear that thundering last night during the storm?

Yeah, it was so loud! I couldn't sleep at all.

Same here! I love the sound of a good thundering storm, though.

Definition

To make a loud, deep sound like thunder, often used to describe a noise that is powerful and resonant.

Example

The storm was thundering overhead, shaking the windows of the house.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that thundering noise last night?

Yeah, it was so loud! I thought a truck was coming through my window.

I actually thought it was going to rain heavily after all that thundering.

Root Explanation

Thundering → It is formed from "thunder" (from Old English *þunor*, meaning a loud noise or rumble) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate an action or process). The word "thundering" refers to the action or process of producing a loud noise like thunder.

Memory Tip

Imagine the loud noise of a storm when you think of 'thunder' — the '-ing' shows it's happening, so 'thundering' means the action of making that loud noise.

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