spout
Third Person
spouts
Present Participle
spouting
Past Tense
spouted
Past Participle
spouted
1
to speak or express opinions in a lengthy, fervent, or pompous manner
- The passionate activist spouted about the importance of environmental conservation during the rally.
- The professor spouted eloquently about the historical significance of the artifact in the museum.
- As the CEO addressed the shareholders, he spouted confidently about the company's future growth prospects.
- The enthusiastic teacher spouted knowledge about the wonders of the universe, captivating the students' attention.
- The motivational speaker spouts inspirational quotes to uplift the spirits of the audience.
2
to burst out forcefully and suddenly, often in a narrow stream or jet
- Water spouted from the broken pipe, flooding the basement.
- Flames spouted from the chimney as the fire roared inside.
- The whale spouts a misty jet of water into the air.
- Blood spouted from the wound before medics arrived.
- Lava spouted from the volcano's crater during the eruption.