Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

isolated-thunderstorms

noun

/ˈaɪ.səˌleɪ.tɪd ˈθʌndərˌstoːrms/

Definition

Scattered thunderstorms that occur in a specific area but are not widespread or continuous.

Examples

Yesterday, we had isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon that brought brief heavy rain.
The forecast predicted isolated thunderstorms, so we decided to carry umbrellas just in case.
While driving through the countryside, we encountered some isolated thunderstorms that brightened the sky.

Meaning

Isolated thunderstorms are localized weather events characterized by the presence of thunder and lightning, typically occurring in one or more small areas rather than over a larger region.