Definition

The total amount of something that is produced or achieved during a specific time period.

Example

The outturn of the factory increased significantly this year.

Conversation

Did you see the latest report on our project's outturn?

Yeah, it looks like we exceeded our expectations this quarter!

I was really worried about the outturn after the last delays.

Same here, but it’s great to see it all paid off in the end.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outturn → It is formed from "out-" (meaning outside or outward) and "turn" (from Old English "turnian", meaning to turn). The word "outturn" refers to the amount produced or yielded, especially in terms of goods or results that come from a process or activity.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'turns out' or produces results 'outward' — 'out-' means outside, and 'turn' means to change direction or yield.

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