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 outpouring of support for my family and friends, teammates, coaches. —Ren Clayton, CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025

Although their home was destroyed and the family is now living in an Airbnb, Raky says they've been blessed with an outpouring of support. —David Chiu, PEOPLE, 10 Dec. 2025

The message quickly drew an outpouring of love and praise from fans, with XG supporters and members of the LGBTQIA+ community celebrating Cocona’s honesty. —Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 6 Dec. 2025

An outpouring of support from conservatives was apparent on social media. —David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 6 Dec. 2025

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