Bust and Implode

Bust

Bust verb - To cause to separate into pieces usually suddenly or forcibly.
Usage example: the butterfingered husband had busted more plates than he cared to remember

Implode and bust are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Implode" instead a verb "Bust".

Nearby Words: busted, buster, busting

Implode

Implode verb - To fall down or in as a result of physical pressure.
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Synonyms for Implode

Bust and implode are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bust" instead a verb "Implode".

Nearby Words: implosion, imploding
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