Violent Storm (Noun)
Meaning
A violent weather condition with winds 64-72 knots (11 on the Beaufort scale) and precipitation and thunder and lightning.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The meteorologist warned of a violent storm approaching the coastal area, advising residents to evacuate immediately.
- The sailors struggled to keep their boat afloat as a violent storm battered them with powerful waves and strong winds.
- The violent storm that hit the city last night caused widespread destruction, including downed power lines and flooded streets.
- The violent storm was forecast to make landfall within the next 24 hours, prompting emergency responders to prepare for the worst.
- The pilot had to make an emergency landing due to the violent storm that was making it difficult to navigate the plane safely.