outburst

noun

out·​burst ˈau̇t-ˌbərst 

1

: a violent expression of feeling

an outburst of anger

2

: a surge of activity or growth

… new outbursts of creative power …

—C. E. Montague

3

: eruption

volcanic outbursts

Synonyms of outburst

• explosion
• burst
• eruption
• flash

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Others argue the outburst may ultimately benefit the MAGA media ecosystem by driving traffic and attention to its biggest personalities. —Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026

Tourette syndrome is a neurological condition that may cause involuntary movements and vocal tics, sometimes involving outbursts of inappropriate language, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. —Mason Leib, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026

This is a beast that’s more fun than furious, who clearly and swiftly regrets his violent outbursts. —Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026

This negativism and teen-like outbursts consequently discredit and tarnish the reputation of our country. —Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1657, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for outburst

• amerced
• cloudburst
• coerced
• conversed
• disbursed
• dispersed
• headfirst
• immersed
• rehearsed
• reversed
• submersed
• sunburst

Kids Definition

outburst

noun

out·​burst -ˌbərst 

1

: a sudden violent expression of strong feeling

an outburst of anger

2

: a sudden increase in activity or growth