1. a bright meteor that burns up in Earth’s atmosphere
Usage: astronomy
2. a ball of fire or flame
3. an energetic or dynamic person
Usage: informal

Examples

• The fireball streaked across the night sky before disappearing.
• A massive fireball erupted from the explosion.
• She’s a real fireball when it comes to organizing events.
• The meteor created a brilliant fireball visible for miles.
• The accident caused a fireball that could be seen from the highway.
• He’s such a fireball on the basketball court.
• The fireball lit up the entire valley as it passed overhead.