implode

[ im-plohd ]

verb (used without object)

, im·plod·ed, im·plod·ing.

1. to burst inward ( explode ).

verb (used with object)

, im·plod·ed, im·plod·ing.

1. Phonetics. to pronounce by implosion.

implode

/ ɪmˈpləʊd /

verb

1. to collapse or cause to collapse inwards in a violent manner as a result of external pressure

   the vacuum flask imploded

2. tr to pronounce (a consonant) with or by implosion

Word History and Origins

Origin of implode¹

First recorded in 1880–85; im- ¹ + (ex)plode

Word History and Origins

Origin of implode¹

C19: from im- + ( ex ) plode

Example Sentences

“But he can wheel and deal and fix things. I felt secure in my country when he was president. With Biden and Harris, I watched the world implode. Prices have gone sky high.”

From Los Angeles Times

"The organisation believes beyond doubt that Germany is nearing 'collapse' and that the government and society will implode on 'Day X'," they added.

From BBC

As regional sports networks implode and MLB hopes to launch national streaming packages, the league needs fans to embrace players you can identify with one name, even if they do not play for your team.

From Los Angeles Times

“But once Israel decides to stay, it’s another story. Then Lebanon will implode.”

From Los Angeles Times

As president, he threatened to make it “implode,” and used every tool he could get his fingers on to do so.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• cave in
• fall down