burst

(noun) the act of exploding or bursting. Synonyms: explosion. Examples: "The explosion of the firecrackers awoke the children." "The burst of an atom bomb creates enormous radiation aloft."

(noun) rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms. Synonyms: fusillade, salvo, volley. Example: "Our fusillade from the left flank caught them by surprise."

(noun) a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason). Synonyms: fit. Examples: "A burst of applause." "A fit of housecleaning."

(noun) a sudden intense happening. Synonyms: outburst, flare-up. Examples: "An outburst of heavy rain." "A burst of lightning."

(verb) come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure. Synonyms: split, break open. Example: "The bubble burst."

(verb) force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up. Synonyms: break, erupt. Examples: "Break into tears." "Erupt in anger."

(verb) burst outward, usually with noise. Synonyms: explode. Example: "The champagne bottle exploded."

(verb) move suddenly, energetically, or violently. Example: "He burst out of the house into the cool night."

(verb) be in a state of movement or action. Synonyms: abound, bristle. Examples: "The room abounded with screaming children." "The garden bristled with toddlers."

(verb) emerge suddenly. Example: "The sun burst into view."

(verb) cause to burst. Synonyms: collapse. Example: "The ice broke the pipe."

(verb) break open or apart suddenly and forcefully. Synonyms: bust. Example: "The dam burst."