outbreak

Meanings

• noun

  An unexpected and often sudden spread of disease or other harmful organisms or conditions.

  - "The measles outbreak in 2020 affected over 10,000 people."
  - "The city declared a state of emergency due to a water outbreak."

• noun

  A sudden and violent disturbance or conflict.

  - "The riot was a result of the political outbreak."
  - "The outbreak of violence forced the evacuation of the city."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈaʊtbɹeɪk/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

inbreak

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Synonyms

outburst , tumult

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with outbreak
breakout , outrage , outlaw , outrageous

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Variants

List of all variants of outbreak that leads to same result
outbreak , outbreaks

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Etymology

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From Old French 'outbraker,' meaning 'to break out'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'outbreak' is often used in the context of disease, but it can also refer to a sudden and violent disturbance, such as a riot or a political upheaval.

2. The deadliest outbreak of smallpox in history occurred in the late 18th century, killing an estimated 30% of the world's population.

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Related Concepts

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1. Epidemic: An outbreak that spreads to a large number of people in a given population within a short period of time.

2. Pandemic: An outbreak that spreads across an entire country or the world.

3. Quarantine: The practice of separating and restricting the movement of people and goods to prevent the spread of contagious diseases.

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Culture

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Outbreaks have been depicted in various forms of media, such as novels, films, and television shows, often highlighting the fear and chaos that can ensue. For example, the novel 'The Stand' by Stephen King and the film 'Outbreak' (1995) both focus on the spread of a deadly virus.

How to Memorize "outbreak"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a container that is full to the brim, and then suddenly the lid flies off and the contents spill out – that's what an outbreak looks like.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'outbreak' with the image of a disease spreading rapidly, or with the idea of a sudden and violent disturbance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym OUTBREAK to remember the definition: 'Outstanding Unusual Trouble Bringing Rapidly Expanding Anxiety'.

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