bursts

Noun

• the act of exploding or bursting
• rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
• a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
• a sudden intense happening
• plural of burst

Verb

• come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
• force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up
• burst outward, usually with noise
• move suddenly, energetically, or violently
• be in a state of movement or action
• emerge suddenly
• cause to burst
• break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
• third-person singular simple present indicative of burst

Synonyms

abound, break, break open, bristle, burst, bust, collapse, erupt, explode, explosion, fit, flare-up, fusillade, outburst, salvo, split, volley

Antonyms

implode