Fulminous

/ˈfʌlmɪnəs/ adjective

Definition

Characterized by or producing fulmination; explosive or thunderous in nature or effect.

Etymology

From Latin fulminosus, combining fulmen (thunderbolt) with -osus, a Latin suffix meaning 'full of' or 'characterized by.' Similar to English -ous.

Kelly Says

This adjective captures that quality of sudden, violent force whether it's literal thunder or a scathing critique—both hit you with the force of lightning.

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