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

Kevin Jones, one of the volunteers walking house to house, said the outpouring of support is proof that even in tragedy, hope rises. —Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026

The moment has sparked an outpouring of empathy, with many pointing to the intense pressure drivers face on the job. —Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026

The organizer posted that the event had been canceled, and the comments section was filled with an outpouring of shock and grief. —Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026

The interaction — and the woman’s thoughtful response — drew an outpouring of reactions from viewers who couldn’t get enough of the dog’s gentle manners and the stranger’s kindness. —Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 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