1
as in pouring
to flow out in great quantities or with force
water spouting from the hose
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in huffing
to talk loudly and wildly
a self-important loudmouth who is always spouting about the mess that politicians have made of everything
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in erupting
to violently throw out or off (something from within)
the drain suddenly spouted water and debris
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of spouting
But fewer know his relationship with a controversial and conspiracy-spouting pastor in Florida, someone who has accused Hollywood of sacrificing children and has commiserated with conspiracy theorist Alex Jones.
—
Scott Wartman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Oct. 2025
Now everyone seems to own a gun and have a far-right sign in their front yard; even her once liberal ex-boyfriend is spouting misinformation about Haitian immigrants.
—Grace Byron, New Yorker, 22 Oct. 2025
If Chris Christie could get torched for taking then-President Obama on a disaster relief tour of New Jersey, what might happen if Abbott was spouting talking points for a secret Kenyan’s plan for a one-world government?
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 7 Oct. 2025
The small, icy world is home to water-spouting geysers that spew vapor and ice particles into space – offering a tangible clue to its subsurface saltwater ocean.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Walter Sam believes in the magical power of accurately wielding words as well as the bad juju that comes with spouting them all willy-nilly.
—Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Jason Momoa, who was born to star in a Street Fighter movie, will glower as Blanka, the green-skinned, orange-haired, electricity-spouting creature that debuted in Street Fighter II.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Sep. 2025
But at Thursday’s captain’s practice at Warrior Ice Arena, the positive vibe-spouting Swayman – sounding like equal parts goaltender and self-help guru – was in attendance and eager to get training camp started.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Actors love spouting life lessons.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2025
Scott Wartman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Oct. 2025
Now everyone seems to own a gun and have a far-right sign in their front yard; even her once liberal ex-boyfriend is spouting misinformation about Haitian immigrants.
—Grace Byron, New Yorker, 22 Oct. 2025
If Chris Christie could get torched for taking then-President Obama on a disaster relief tour of New Jersey, what might happen if Abbott was spouting talking points for a secret Kenyan’s plan for a one-world government?
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 7 Oct. 2025
The small, icy world is home to water-spouting geysers that spew vapor and ice particles into space – offering a tangible clue to its subsurface saltwater ocean.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Walter Sam believes in the magical power of accurately wielding words as well as the bad juju that comes with spouting them all willy-nilly.
—Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Jason Momoa, who was born to star in a Street Fighter movie, will glower as Blanka, the green-skinned, orange-haired, electricity-spouting creature that debuted in Street Fighter II.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Sep. 2025
But at Thursday’s captain’s practice at Warrior Ice Arena, the positive vibe-spouting Swayman – sounding like equal parts goaltender and self-help guru – was in attendance and eager to get training camp started.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Actors love spouting life lessons.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spouting
Verb
-
JPMorgan’s ultra-wealthy clientele is all about pouring their money into athletics, according to a new report from the bank.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
-
The kit, which comes in four colors—matte white, desert rose, matte black, and hazy blue—comes with a chawan (bowl) with a pouring spout, a naoshi (whisk stand), a chasen (bamboo whisk), a tea tray, a stainless-steel spoon, and a sifter.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Through Blazy’s gaze, what looks outlandish is often revealed to be truer to itself than, for instance, the nearby tourist restaurants with candles burning down over beef bourguignon and accordions huffing in the corner.—
Nathan Heller,
Vogue,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
As commentators announced the single-game sacks record to television viewers, Garrett was shown erupting on the sidelines.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
-
There, the Cougars celebrated by erupting into song.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
The Cyclones’ usually elite defense ranks 11th in the Big 12 in rushing defense, 10th in passing defense and 14th in sacks.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Nov. 2025
-
Even so, the worries came rushing in.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
When someone is ranting and raving about you, ignore them.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
-
That said, no one was raving about these shakes, either.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
In recent years, Beijing has sought to solidify its presence inside the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ), including ejecting Filipino fishermen.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
-
Hours later, the vessel careened into a nearby bridge, ejecting 19-year-old Mallory Beach into the dark water.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
When Max asked ChatGPT to help him out with the sprinkler at the park, the model wasn’t just spewing text.—
James Somers,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
-
Forget any sanctimonious spewing sermon about pro sports foolishly believing these types of things would not happen.—
Mac Engel
October 23,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
When someone is ranting and raving about you, ignore them.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
-
Cheung played a tape of Nicholson ranting and raving at the Kaiser facility in Irvine.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
22 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Spouting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spouting. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share