This is the 912th most frequent Greek word.
έκρηξη
"Έκρηξη" means "explosion."
Here, the word 'έκρηξη' refers literally to a physical explosion, such as a sudden burst or detonation.
Υπήρξε μια έκρηξη στα εργαστήρια χημείας χθες.
There was an explosion in the chemistry labs yesterday.
In this instance, the word 'έκρηξη' is used metaphorically to depict a sudden surge of emotion or reaction.
Η αύξηση στην τιμή του πετρελαίου προκάλεσε μια έκρηξη διαμαρτυρίας.
The increase in oil prices caused an outburst of protest.
Here, 'έκρηξη' describes a spike or intense period of creative activity, again used metaphorically.