explode vs burst

burst vs explode

explode is not a noun while burst is a noun.

explode and burst both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
explode	No	No	Yes	No
burst	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, explode and burst are synonyms defined as:

explode and burst: burst outward, usually with noise

explode (noun)	burst (noun)
	the act of exploding or bursting
	rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
	a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
	a sudden intense happening

explode (verb)	burst (verb)
burst outward, usually with noise	come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
cause to burst with a violent release of energy	break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner	emerge suddenly
be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise	burst outward, usually with noise
burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction	force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up
show a violent emotional reaction	move suddenly, energetically, or violently
show (a theory or claim) to be baseless, or refute and make obsolete	cause to burst
drive from the stage by noisy disapproval	be in a state of movement or action
cause to burst as a result of air pressure; of stop consonants like /p/, /t/, and /k/
destroy by exploding

Difference between explode and burst

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