Explosiveness

/ɪkˈsploʊsɪvnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality of being explosive; the tendency to explode or to react with sudden, violent force or emotion.

Etymology

From explosive + -ness suffix. Creates an abstract noun describing the characteristic of being prone to explosion or violent reaction.

Kelly Says

The 'explosiveness' of a chemical substance is measured in labs, but the 'explosiveness' of a personality is measured in relationships. Both refer to potential for sudden, uncontrolled release.

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