outpouring

noun

out·​pour·​ing ˈau̇t-ˌpȯr-iŋ 

1

: the act of pouring out

an outpouring of emotion

2

: something that pours out or is poured out : outflow

Synonyms of outpouring

• exodus
• flow

Examples of outpouring in a Sentence

an outpouring of affection and support for the high school athlete in need of an organ transplant

Recent Examples on the Web

The last time the state made ZESBI funding available, there was an outpouring of interest from school districts, with over $200 million in waitlisted applications. —Matthew Belasco, Mercury News, 11 June 2026

The outpouring of moral and spiritual support in the wake of last month’s deadly violence at the Islamic Center of San Diego underscores the reality that there are far more people of good will in the world than those who are driven by fear and hate. —David Kay, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026

The public outpouring for Hollywood Thai was loud. —Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026

And then second of all, to just feel the outpouring. —Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 9 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for outpouring

• adoring
• deploring
• exploring
• ignoring
• imploring
• restoring
• boring
• coring
• flooring
• poring
• pouring
• roaring

Kids Definition

outpouring

noun

out·​pour·​ing -ˌpōr-iŋ 

-ˌpȯr-

1

: the act of pouring out

2

a

: something that pours out or is poured out

b

: outburst sense 1