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outbursts

|out-bursts|

🇺🇸

/ˈaʊtˌbɜrsts/

🇬🇧

/ˈaʊtˌbɜːsts/

(outburst)

sudden release

Base Form	Plural
outburst	outbursts

Etymology

Etymology Information

'outburst' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'outbresten,' where 'out-' meant 'out' and 'bresten' meant 'to burst.'

Historical Evolution

'outbresten' transformed into the modern English word 'outburst' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to burst out,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sudden release of emotion or activity.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a sudden release of strong emotion or activity.

The outbursts of laughter filled the room.

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Noun 2

a sudden increase in activity or occurrence.

There was an outburst of applause after the performance.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45