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supernova
/ˌsuː.pɚˈnoʊ.və/
Definition
1
A powerful and luminous explosion of a star in the final stages of its evolution, during which the star may briefly outshine an entire galaxy.
2
Figuratively, a sudden, spectacular burst of brilliance, success, or energy, often short-lived.
Examples
The startup's funding round turned it into a supernova overnight, but now it's just cosmic dust.
Her viral tweet was a social media supernova, lighting up timelines before fading into the void.
After decades of quiet fusion, Grandpa's karaoke skills went full supernova at the family reunion.
The chef's experimental dish was a culinary supernova—blindingly brilliant until the smoke alarm kicked in.