thunderous
UK: ˈθʌndərəs | US: ˈθʌndərəs
adj. extremely loud, resembling thunder
adj. (figuratively) powerful, overwhelming, or impressive
The word "thunderous" combines "thunder," derived from Old English þunor (related to the Proto-Germanic þunraz), which imitates the rumbling sound of storms, with the suffix "-ous" from Latin -osus, meaning "full of." The fusion creates an adjective describing something as loud or impactful as thunder, extending metaphorically to convey intensity or dominance.
The audience erupted into thunderous applause after the performance.
A thunderous roar echoed through the valley during the storm.
His thunderous voice commanded attention in the crowded room.
The boxer delivered a thunderous punch to his opponent.
The thunderous waves crashed against the cliffs during the hurricane.