In contrast to 'implode' which I wrote about last week, the verb 'explode' carries a different action picture.
Here, the movement is outward. It is one of dispersion, scattering and spreading (e.g, of debris) after a sudden burst.
In many words, the prefix 'ex' will indicate this impression of movement outwards.
Very frequently, this word is as a metaphor, particularly in relation to someone exploding with anger, frustration and irritation. In this context, it is the spreading of emotion that is being experienced not only by the individual, but by those around them.
Here, the movement is outward. It is one of dispersion, scattering and spreading (e.g, of debris) after a sudden burst.
In many words, the prefix 'ex' will indicate this impression of movement outwards.
Very frequently, this word is as a metaphor, particularly in relation to someone exploding with anger, frustration and irritation. In this context, it is the spreading of emotion that is being experienced not only by the individual, but by those around them.
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