Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
implosion
noun
/ɪmˈploʊʒən/
Definition
The process of collapsing inward violently due to external pressure.
Examples
- The building fell inward in an impressive implosion, leaving no debris.
- During the experiment, the container experienced an implosion when the external pressure exceeded its capacity.
- The implosion of the star led to the formation of a black hole.
Meaning
Implosion refers to a sudden and powerful inward collapse of an object or structure, often caused by a difference in pressure.
Synonyms
- collapse
- crumple
- cave-in
- subversion
