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“Eruptive” or “Irruptive”

eruptive / irruptive are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

Definitions

What each term means

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eruptive ih·r·AH·p·t·ih·v

  • adjectiveproducing or characterized by eruptions.
  • adjectiveactively spewing out lava.

irruptive

  • adjectiveof igneous rock that has solidified beneath the earth's surface; granite or diorite or gabbro.
Usage

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