crashing
Translation
crashing, resounding, utter
Examples
The sound of crashing waves is relaxing.
The sound of crashing waves is relaxing.
He is a crashing bore.
He is a crashing bore.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) describing a loud, breaking sound The sound of crashing waves is relaxing.
a crashing bore an extremely boring person He is a crashing bore.
Similar Words
Synonyms: resounding, thundering, booming; Antonyms: quiet, silent
Etymology
From the verb 'to crash', onomatopoeic for a loud, breaking sound.
Memory Tips
Imagine the loud sound of cymbals crashing together to remember the meaning of a loud noise.