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

Davis’ family has received an outpouring of online support since he was found Monday. —Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026

Bob Johnson’s death generated an outpouring of support. —Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026

The development sparked an outpouring of mixed reactions from fans of the band, who expressed sadness, concern and confusion online. —Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 12 Mar. 2026

After a fire burned down the original location in 2019, an outpouring of support helped this place reopen with more gusto than ever. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 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