cumulonimbus

/kʌmjʊlənɪmbʌs/

Definitions

1. noun

A large, dense, and towering cloud that is associated with heavy precipitation and thunderstorms, often indicating severe weather.

“A cumulonimbus cloud was forecasted to bring heavy rain and hail to the entire city.”

Synonyms

  • cloud bank
  • nimbus
  • thunderhead

Antonyms

  • clear sky
  • fair weather