thunderous

adjective thun·der·ous \ˈthən-d(ə-)rəs\

: making a loud noise like the sound of thunder : very loud

Full Definition of THUNDEROUS

a : producing thunder

b : making or accompanied by a noise like thunder <thunderous applause>

— thun·der·ous·ly adverb

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Synonyms: blaring, blasting, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting, piercing, plangent, resounding, ringing, roaring, slam-bang, sonorous, stentorian, thundering, loud

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