burst
Translation
to burst, to explode, to break open
Examples
The balloon burst suddenly.
The balloon burst suddenly.
She burst into tears.
She burst into tears.
The river burst its banks.
The river burst its banks.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) bursts The subject explodes or breaks open. The balloon burst.
((to burst into sth.)) to suddenly start doing (sth.) She burst into tears.
((to burst with sth.)) to be full of (sth.) He was bursting with pride.
Similar Words
Synonyms: explode, rupture, break
Etymology
From Old English 'berstan'.
Memory Tips
Imagine the sound 'burst!' when a balloon pops. It's a sudden, explosive action.