outgush
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /aʊtˈɡʌʃ/
KK: /aʊtˈɡʌʃ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To flow out in a sudden and forceful manner.
Example
The water began to outgush from the broken pipe.
Tense Forms
Past: outgushed
Past Participle: outgushed
Conversation
Did you see how the water outgush from the fountain today?
Yeah, it was really impressive!
I love when it outgushes like that; it makes the park feel so alive.
Absolutely! It's one of my favorite things about coming here.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
spout
flow
surge
Antonyms
drain
trickle
stop
noun
Definition
A sudden and forceful release of something, often liquid or emotion.
Example
The outgush of water from the broken pipe flooded the street.
Conversation
Did you see that movie last night?
Yeah, it was quite something! I loved the emotional outgush during the climax.
Right? It really made me feel connected to the characters.
Root Explanation
Outgush → It is formed from "out-" (meaning outward) and "gush" (from Middle English "gussen", meaning to flow or pour forth). The word "outgush" means to flow or pour forth outwardly, often in a sudden or forceful manner.
Memory Tip
Think of something flowing "outward" ('out-') and "pouring forth" ('gush') — that's how you remember that outgush means to pour out suddenly.
Visually Confused Words
outrush
outpush
outflush
outblush