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 attack, which was captured on video and shared on social media, led to condemnation of the perpetrator and an outpouring of support for the food vendor, who was identified by her family members as Arabelia Martinez, 62. — Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026

His death caused an outpouring of tributes from across the entertainment industry as dozens of artists, songwriters and other entertainment figures paid homage to the famed record executive. — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026

Scientists who have studied behavior after mass traumas say, disasters can spark an outpouring of kindness and form powerful bonds between strangers. — Rebecca Ramirez, NPR, 23 June 2026

The painter’s death was greeted with an outpouring of tributes from around the globe. — News Desk, Artforum, 22 June 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