outburst

noun
UK /ˈaʊt.bɜːst/
US /ˈaʊt.bɝːst/

A sudden, loud expression of strong feeling.

Her outburst of laughter surprised everyone in the quiet room.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A sudden, violent release of energy, such as from a volcano.

The volcano's outburst sent ash high into the sky.

3. A sudden increase or flood of something.

There was an outburst of applause after the performance.

4. A short, intense period of a particular activity or feeling.

He had an outburst of anger during the meeting.