Meaning & use
storm
A period of violent weather marked by strong winds and often rain, thunder, or snow.
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The storm knocked out power to thousands of homes overnight.
A storm of public criticism followed the company's controversial decision.
A note on using this word
Storm is often used figuratively for a sudden, intense outburst of emotion or reaction, as in 'a storm of protest.'
Words with a similar meaning
tempestsquall
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To move angrily or forcefully, or to attack a place suddenly and with force.
She stormed out of the meeting after her proposal was rejected.
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