outgoing

adjective

ˈau̇t-ˌgō-iŋ How to pronounce outgoing (audio)
Definition of outgoingnext
as in social
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others a salesman whose aggressively outgoing personality could sometimes be overbearing

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Recent Examples of outgoing In Tampa, for example, the outgoing airport CEO made over $1 million in 2024, according to the Tampa Bay Times. — Idaho Statesman, 26 July 2026 The outgoing president of the White House Correspondents’ Association, Weijia Jiang, introduced Trump after discussing the importance of press freedom. — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 25 July 2026 Trump had entered the ballroom to polite applause, and was thanked for his support by outgoing White House Correspondents’ Association president Weijia Jiang of CBS News. — Jocelyn Noveck, Fortune, 25 July 2026 There is also Jackie Michelle, USC Reach’s outgoing president, who graduated in May. — Avery Stone, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for outgoing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outgoing
  1. social
  2. friendly
  3. hospitable
  4. extroverted
  5. gregarious
  6. spirited
Adjective
  • While persistently defiant in the face of US threats, Iranian officials have acknowledged mounting economic and social problems after five months of conflict.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The more pragmatic camp argues that maintaining unity during the war requires addressing the public's unhappiness over the economy as well as political and social repression.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of social
Adjective
  • Food and drink Tucked on the backside of the hotel, Peter B’s is a buzzy brewery and local hangout with a dog-friendly patio.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • At Bank of America Stadium on Wednesday, the MLS All-Stars defeated the Liga MX All-Stars in the MLS All-Star Game, 4-3, in the friendly designed to promote the league to new audiences.
    — Kamran Nia July 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
Definition of friendly
Adjective
  • High mountain elevations that were once cool and less hospitable for avocado growing are getting hotter—and thus more tempting for felling.
    — Vann R. Newkirk II, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026
  • From Chef Yuji Tani of HOUSE Brooklyn, Hiro learned how to create a hospitable and welcoming restaurant experience.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
Definition of hospitable
Adjective
  • Argentina’s wily, extroverted goalkeeper, Emiliano Martínez, was its standout performer, repelling some, spilling others.
    — Sam Knight, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • Ruby reds, peridot greens, fiery oranges, and metallic golds all nod to Leo’s birthstones, ruling sun, and extroverted attitude.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 17 July 2026
Definition of extroverted
Adjective
  • The pilot is charming and funny, immediately drawing me into the dynamic of its two characters — Romy is a bit more gregarious and sarcastic, Bobby more sensitive and sullen.
    — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 17 July 2026
  • Steffen Effenberg, the notoriously gregarious midfielder, never shy in speaking his mind, was equally damning.
    — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Definition of gregarious
Adjective
  • Nonalcoholic drinks are given as much care as the spirited cocktails; try the lemon-lavender-ginger Root Chakra for a sophisticated alternative.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
  • Many of those exchanges turned into spirited debate — and, at several points, unexpected common ground that seemed to surprise both men.
    — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 27 July 2026
Definition of spirited

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