Meaning of the word outburst in English

What does outburst mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

outburst

US /ˈaʊt.bɝːst/
UK /ˈaʊt.bɜːst/

Noun

1.

a sudden release of strong emotion

Example:
She had an outburst of anger when she heard the news.
His sudden outburst surprised everyone in the room.
2.

a sudden and powerful expression of something, often violent or uncontrolled

Example:
There was an outburst of applause after the performance.
The volcano had a massive outburst of ash and lava.