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

• 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 deli sure noticed the outpouring of care…and the rush of customers the news of closing brought. —Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2025

Nampa police honored Riddick with a memorial service and received an outpouring of support in the wake of his death. —Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 27 June 2025

The clip, which has been viewed 2.7 million times, received an outpouring of love from other TikTok users who understood the significance of Ronnie's milestone. —Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025

Despite the heartbreak, Brooke has found unexpected comfort in the outpouring of support from the online community. —Ashley Vega, People.com, 23 June 2025

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