What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
outroar
Example
The fans tried to outroar each other during the football match. [outroar: verb]
Example
She attempted to outroar her opponent during the debate. [outroaring: gerund or present participle]
uproar
Example
There was an uproar in the classroom when the teacher announced the pop quiz. [uproar: noun]
Example
The citizens created an uproar to protest against the new law. [uproar: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Uproar is more commonly used than outroar in everyday language, especially in formal contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between outroar and uproar?
Uproar is more formal than outroar, which is less common and typically used in informal contexts.
