Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bursting
verb
/ˈbərstɪŋ/
Definition
The act of breaking open or bursting outward with force.
Examples
- The balloon is bursting with air.
- She felt her heart bursting with joy when she received the news.
- The ripe fruit was bursting with flavor.
Meaning
To be filled to the point that something cannot hold any more, leading to a sudden release of pressure or sudden opening.
Synonyms
- exploding
- breaking
- gushing
- erupting
