Shockwave

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɑːˌkweɪv/

Shockwave (noun)

  1. A fast-moving wave of high pressure caused by an explosion or sudden release of energy.
  2. A moving boundary where air pressure, temperature, and density change sharply over a very short distance.
  3. A sudden spread of strong effect or attention after a major event, like news or a viral post.

Examples

  • The blast pressure wave shattered the windows.
  • The windows shattered as the blast pressure wave arrived.