What is another word for thunderclouds?

Pronunciation: [θˈʌndəklˌa͡ʊdz] (IPA)

Thunderclouds, also known as cumulonimbus clouds, are a meteorological phenomenon that can cause lightning, thunder, and heavy rain. These imposing clouds have been given various names by different cultures and languages. In Hindi, they are referred to as "बदल," in Spanish as "nubes de tormenta," in French as "nuages orageux," and in Dutch as "onweerswolken." Additionally, they are commonly described as storm clouds, dark clouds, thunderheads, or towering cumulus clouds. Regardless of the term used to describe them, thunderclouds are a breathtaking display of nature's power and should be admired from a safe distance.

Synonyms for Thunderclouds:

What are the hypernyms for Thunderclouds?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    atmospheric disturbances, storm systems, weather systems.

Usage examples for Thunderclouds

Then, heralded too by wrath, the figure of Jesus began to glimmer through the thunderclouds; and Isabel lifted her eyes, to look in hope.
"By What Authority?"
Robert Hugh Benson
"Seated on the highest elevation," he says, "I began to sketch a portion of the view, while black thunderclouds sailed towards the ridge from the valley.
"Among the Canadian Alps"
Lawrence J. Burpee
The gloomy blue of the Kedah mountains on the peninsula of Malacca, with black thunderclouds gathering round their serrated crests, heightens the brilliant loveliness of immediate surroundings, steeped in the ruby glow of the magical evening.
"Through the Malay Archipelago"
Emily Richings

Famous quotes with Thunderclouds

  • Sorrows are like thunderclouds, in the distance they look black, over our heads scarcely gray.
    Jean Paul

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