outburst
/ˈaʊtˌbɜːst/noun
A sudden and forceful release of emotion or energy.
Example sentence
- “Her angry outburst surprised everyone at the meeting.”
Nearly always emotional and nearly always disapproving; 'sudden outburst' is the common pairing.
Related words
outlandishVery strange or unusual; far from what is normal or expected.outbreakThe sudden start or rapid spread of something unpleasant, such as a disease.outrageA strong feeling of shock and anger caused by something unfair or offensive.outboundMoving away from a starting point; headed outward on a journey.outrageousSo shocking or unacceptable that it makes people angry.ostracizeTo shut someone out of a group or society by ignoring them and refusing to have any contact with them.