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(out-break) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a sudden increase in occurrences of something.

Example Sentence

The doctor was concerned about an outbreak of measles.

More Example Sentences

An outbreak can happen very quickly.

Synonyms

eruption; surge; outburst

Antonyms

contained; confined

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Rhymes

  • outbreak
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