Blitz

Definition

Blitz is a German word that means “lightning” in English. It refers to the sudden flash of light caused by an electric discharge in the atmosphere during a thunderstorm.

Opposites

• Dunkelheit (darkness): While Blitz represents the bright and intense phenomenon of lightning, the opposite of light would be darkness.
• Stille (silence): Lightning is often accompanied by the loud rumble of thunder. In this context, silence can be viewed as the opposite of the thunderstorm experience associated with lightning.

Synonyms

• Gewitterblitz (thunderbolt): This is a synonym for Blitz, emphasizing the combination of lightning and thunder.
• Blitzeinschlag (lightning strike): Refers specifically to the event when lightning directly hits the ground or an object.

Examples

• “Der Blitz erhellte den Himmel während des Sturms.” (The lightning illuminated the sky during the storm.)
• “Es war nur ein kurzer Blitz, gefolgt von lautem Donner.” (There was only a brief flash of lightning followed by loud thunder.)

Remember to always exercise caution during a thunderstorm and seek shelter indoors to stay safe from lightning strikes.\ Visit YouGlish.com