noun
Uncommon
outburst
OWT-burst
Outburst (noun) means a sudden, forceful release of emotion, especially anger. Example: “His outburst in the meeting embarrassed everyone.”
noun
1
A sudden, forceful release of emotion, especially anger.
"His outburst in the meeting embarrassed everyone."
"She apologized for her emotional outburst later that evening."
How to use outburst
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sudden burst of strong feeling, usually anger or frustration, expressed out loud.
Common pairings
angry outburst
emotional outburst
sudden outburst
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Word forms
- Plural
- outbursts
- Third person singular
- outbursts
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Etymology
From Middle English outbersten, built from "out-" and "burst."
Synonyms
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inburst
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Frequently asked questions
What does “outburst” mean?
The word “outburst” means a sudden, forceful release of emotion, especially anger. In plain terms, a sudden burst of strong feeling, usually anger or frustration, expressed out loud.
How do you pronounce “outburst”?
“Outburst” is pronounced OWT-burst (/ˈaʊ̯tˌbɝst/ in IPA).
How do you use “outburst” in a sentence?
Here is “outburst” used in a sentence: “His outburst in the meeting embarrassed everyone.”
What is the opposite of “outburst”?
The opposite of “outburst” — its antonyms — is inburst.
What part of speech is “outburst”?
“Outburst” is a noun.
Where does the word “outburst” come from?
The word “outburst” comes from Middle English. From Middle English outbersten, built from "out-" and "burst.".
Is “outburst” a common word?
“Outburst” is an uncommon word in modern English.
