Blasting — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Blasting
Blasting (verb)
- blare
- to make a vigorous attack
- to use an explosive
- take off —used especially of rocket-propelled missiles and vehicles
Blasting (noun)
- a small explosive device that is combined with a fuse to detonate a larger explosive
Blasting (plural noun)
- small broken pieces, fragments, bits —usually used in phrases like blow to smithereens, smash to smithereens, or blast to smithereens
Blasting (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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marked by a high volume of sound
"carried a blasting radio wherever he went"
Blasting (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a directed propelling of a missile by a firearm or artillery piece
"the next blasting by the artillery scored a direct hit"
Blasting (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to cause to break open or into pieces by or as if by an explosive
"the highway engineers will have to blast that hill in order to put a road through here"
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to cause (a projectile) to be driven forward with force
"artillery that could blast cannonballs from hundreds of yards"
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to cause a weapon to release a missile with great force
"the recruits were all blasting away at the target range"
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to criticize harshly and usually publicly
"blasted the new governor for every little misstep"
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to proceed or move quickly
"rowdy teenagers blasting down the road in a sports car"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Blasting
The most common words with a similar meaning to Blasting:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Blasting
Words with the opposite meaning of Blasting:
Near Antonyms of Blasting
Word Forms of Blasting
Inflections: blasted, blasts, blasted off, blasting off, blasts off
Origin & Etymology of Blasting
Middle English blasten, derivative of blast blast:1
First known use: 14th centuryi
Words & Phrases Containing Blasting
Frequently Asked Questions about Blasting
What does "Blasting" mean?
"Blasting" means blare. As an a verb, a noun, a plural noun and an adjective, it is defined as: blare. It has 7 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Blasting"?
Other words for "Blasting" include blaring, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting, loud and piercing. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Blasting" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Blasting"?
There are 220 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Blasting". Common alternatives include blaring, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting, loud, piercing, plangent and resounding.
What is the opposite of "Blasting"?
Antonyms of "Blasting" include gentle, low, soft, crawling, creeping and poking. Near antonyms include dead, quiet, silent and still.
How do you use "Blasting" in a sentence?
Examples of "Blasting" in a sentence: "carried a blasting radio wherever he went"; "the next blasting by the artillery scored a direct hit"; "the highway engineers will have to blast that hill in order to put a road through here".
Is "Blasting" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Blasting" can be used as a verb, a noun, a plural noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Blasting"?
"Blasting" is pronounced /ˌsmi-t͟hə-ˈrēnz/.
What is the origin of the word "Blasting"?
"Blasting" comes from Middle English blasten, derivative of blast blast:1. First known use: 14th centuryi.