Word: thunder

Associations

Thunder is the loud sound that happens during a storm after lightning. It can make us think of power, nature, and sometimes fear.

• Example 1: "The thunder rumbled loudly in the sky." This shows how thunder can create a loud noise that people can hear.
• Example 2: "When I heard the thunder, I knew a storm was coming." Here, thunder warns us that bad weather is approaching.
• Example 3: “The thunder shook the windows in my house.” This indicates how strong thunder can be and how it affects our surroundings.

A synonym for thunder is "boom." The main difference is that "boom" describes the sound itself, while "thunder" refers specifically to the sound associated with lightning and storms.

Substitution

You could also use words like "roar," "crash," or "rumble" in specific contexts:

• "The roar of the storm kept me awake." (Roar suggests a loud, deep sound which may not be linked to lightning.)
• "I heard a crash in the distance." (Crash can mean a sudden loud sound, but it is not specific to storms.)
• "The ground rumbled under my feet." (Rumble suggests a low sound or vibration but does not imply a storm.)

Using these alternatives can slightly change the meaning or context, so choose carefully based on what you want to convey.