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thundery

American  
[thuhn-duh-ree] / ˈθʌn də ri /

adjective

  1. thunderous.


Etymology

Origin of thundery

First recorded in 1590–1600; thunder + -y 1

Example Sentences

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Heavy, and possibly thundery, showers are forecast for Thursday, with similar conditions on Saturday and Sunday.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2025

The heat and higher humidity will then bring the chance of some heavy and thundery showers across eastern areas overnight.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2025

Some heavy, thundery rain will also spread to many parts from the west.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2025

There will be thundery showers in the west at the weekend, but for many, especially in the east, the heat will remain.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2025

In the thundery twilight, Blackavar looked more sick and dejected than ever.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams