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Storm

noun
/stɔːrm/

Meaning

a violent weather condition with strong winds, rain, thunder, and lightning
a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds, rain, and often thunder

Example Sentences

The storm caused power outages across the city.

The storm caused major flooding in the area.

Example Expressions

storm in a teacup

Synonyms

tempest, gale, hurricane, typhoon, squall, thunderstorm
Entry 1
tempest, gale, hurricane, typhoon
Entry 2
tempest, hurricane, squall, thunderstorm

Antonyms

calm, stillness, tranquility
Entry 1
calm, stillness, tranquility
Entry 2
calm, tranquility

Collocations

violent storm, storm clouds, storm warning, weather storm, storm surge, severe storm
Entry 1
violent storm, storm clouds, storm warning, weather storm
Entry 2
storm warning, storm surge, severe storm

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