outburst

/ˈaʊtbɜrst/
noun
  1. A sudden, strong expression of emotion, especially anger or excitement.
    • She apologized for her angry outburst during the meeting.
    • The child's outburst of tears was quickly soothed by a hug.
    • His sudden outburst of laughter surprised everyone in the quiet library.
  2. A sudden, violent release of something, such as gas, liquid, or energy.
    • Scientists recorded a solar outburst that disrupted radio signals.
    • A volcanic outburst sent ash high into the sky.
    • The pipe burst with an outburst of water that flooded the basement.
  3. A sudden increase in activity or occurrence.
    • An outburst of creativity led her to paint three canvases in one day.
    • The spring brought an outburst of colorful flowers in the garden.
    • There was an outburst of new businesses opening in the neighborhood.
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