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Thunderous

/θˈʌndərəs/
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(adj) Very loud; that sounds like thunder; thundersome. Also in metaphorical expressions, signifying fury.

The soprano received thunderous applause for her performance.
The drumming of his fingers was thunderous to Alicia's sensitive ears.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The audience gave the performers a ____ round of applause after the final scene of the exciting play today.

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