Word Type

Noun

Verb

Proper Noun

The word "thunderbolt" can be used as noun, verb and proper noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

Thunderbolt chassis thunderbolt beetle

Derived From

bolt thunder

Context

heraldiccharge paleontology soccer

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

lightning surprise

Type Of (IsA)

lightning silent film

Related Terms

lightning bolt thunderclap thunderstroke

Related Terms

belemnite charge daring event hero horrific irresistible lightning powerful terrible thunder thunderclap thunderstone unexpected

Synonym Network

bombshell

Used For

strike

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