outburst
playSimple Definition of outburst
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: a sudden expression of strong feeling
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: a sudden increase in activity
Examples of outburst in a sentence
<the judge directed the courtroom spectators to refrain from any outbursts when the verdict was read>
<there was a remarkable outburst of work in the office as the visiting VIPs made their tour>
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First Known Use of outburst
1657
OUTBURST Defined for Kids
outburst
playDefinition of outburst for Students
1 : a sudden expression of strong feeling <an angry outburst>
2 : a sudden increase of activity or growth
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