outpouring

1 of 2

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

outpouring

2 of 2

present participle of outpour entry 1

Synonyms of outpouring

Noun

• exodus
• flow

Examples of outpouring in a Sentence

Noun

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Thank you all for your outpouring of love, well wishes, and healing prayers. — Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026

The case has attracted national attention and put a spotlight on some Americans’ frustrations with the healthcare system, as Mangione has seen an outpouring of support from devoted followers who sympathize with Mangione’s cause. — Kara Scannell, CNN Money, 9 Oct. 2026

The deadly shooting prompted an outpouring of support for Rodriguez, who left behind a wife, a 3-year-old son and a 6-month-old baby. — Breaking News, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026

Anger is also mounting beyond Cornell, as the case has drawn an outpouring of solidarity on social media. — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 6 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

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