Outburst

/ˈa‍ʊtbɜːst/

/ˈaʊtˌbɝst/

[noun]

Outburst

[NOUN]

a sudden, violent expression of strong emotion, typically anger or excitement

synonyms : blowup

ebullition

effusion

gush

a sudden intense happening

synonyms : burst

flare-up

a sudden violent disturbance

synonyms : tumultuous disturbance

Examples

1. It was clear from her outburst that she was at the end of her rope.

2. The boss was known for his angry outbursts, but his employees knew that he never followed through on his threats - a clear example of how a barking dog never bites.

3. Such outbursts were a common occurrence.

4. Maybe they have more outbursts.