Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bombshell
noun
/ˈbämˌSHeL/
Definition
A surprising or shocking piece of news.
Examples
- The news about the sudden resignation was a bombshell that nobody saw coming.
- Her announcement of the engagement was a total bombshell at the party.
- When the scientist revealed his groundbreaking research, it was a bombshell in the academic community.
Meaning
The term ‘bombshell’ typically refers to an unexpected revelation that causes a significant impact, often leaving people astonished or in disbelief.
Synonyms
- shock
- revelation
- surprise
- stunner
