boom

Definition

  • verb: to make a deep and loud sound
  • verb: to make a deep hollow sound
  • often used as an interjection to indicate that something has happened suddenly
  • synonyms: booming, advanced, hum

Examples

  • a television program that is popular among 'baby boomers' [=people who were born during the baby boom after World War II]

  • Last year we almost had to close the store, but now business is 'booming'.

  • The dance club was empty and then—'boom'!—a hundred people were there.

Movie quotes

  • (..) I mean, you know, she comes from a good family, plenty of money. You know, and her father goes and spends it all and boom, that's it-- the whole thing goes to hell. So, whatever, just do me a favor, all right? Just-- just keep an eye on her. (..)
    2008 Two Lovers