bring out

verb

brought out; bringing out; brings out

transitive verb

1

a

: to make apparent

b

: to effectively develop (something, such as a quality)

2

a

: to present to the public

b

: to introduce formally to society

3

: utter

Synonyms of bring out

• say
• utter
• tell
• talk
• speak
• discuss
• share

Examples of bring out in a Sentence

he ever so casually brings out the names of celebrities with whom he's supposedly buddy-buddy

a blue scarf would bring out the color of your eyes

Recent Examples on the Web

Not only does this monitor support HDR10, but also Black Equalizer, which brings out the deep shadows for more immersive contrast. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 6 Sep. 2026

And yet everyone is equal in front of Steinem; her presence brought out a kind of reflection and collaboration that doesn’t always accompany these kinds of conversations. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026

Recently, he's taken his comedy on the road for his Fibs and Friends national comedy tour, where he's brought out Ilana Glazer as a special guest. — ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026

Roger brought out the best in those around him and his friendship was a gift. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Rhymes for bring out

• about
• bailout
• blackout
• blowout
• breakout
• burnout
• buyout
• checkout
• closeout
• cutout
• devout
• dropout

Kids Definition

bring out

verb

1

: to develop fully

a difficult task seems to bring out your best

2

: to produce and offer for sale

bring out a new book