boom·ing

boom·ing
/ˈbuːmıŋ/ adj
1 : growing or expanding very quickly

booming car sales

We're not benefiting from the country's booming economy.

2 : loud and low : having a low rumbling sound

Suddenly the children heard Grandpa's booming voice demanding that they get down from the roof.

3 : very forceful or powerful

a tennis player with a booming serve


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