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

What followed was a global outpouring of grief, conspiracy theories surrounding her death, and the heartbreaking image of her sons, William, then 15, and Harry, 12, following their mother’s casket through London. — Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026

Local media reporting on the issue sparked an outpouring of rage, with even the prime minister’s office weighing in. — Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

His death has led to an outpouring of grief from both his peers and his global audience. — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2026

Reid spoke to The Observer about a number of things, including the outpouring of support from Minnesota’s governor, his thoughts on being a team leader, early conversations and expectations from Lee and more. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 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