English Word · Intermediate
outburst
A sudden, often violent expression of emotion or activity
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊ̯tˌbɝst/
Meaning
A sudden, often violent expression of emotion or activity.
Example
The man greeted us with an outburst of invective.
The man greeted us with an outburst of invective.
Practice tips
- Practice outburst out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.