blurt

[blərt]

blurt Definition

say something suddenly and without thinking, often causing embarrassment or trouble.

Using blurt: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "blurt" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I didn't mean to blurt out the secret.

• Example

  He blurted out an insult before realizing his mistake.

• Example

  She blurted out the answer to the question.

• Example

  He blurted out a confession.

blurt Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for blurt

• exclaim
• utter
• burst out
• spit out
• let slip

Phrases with blurt

• blurt out

  to say something suddenly and without thinking

  Example

  I couldn't help but blurt out the truth.

• blurt it out

  to reveal a secret or information that was meant to be kept hidden

  Example

  I accidentally blurted it out to her.

• blurt something forth

  to say something quickly and with force

  Example

  He blurted forth his opinions on the matter.

Origins of blurt

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Summary: blurt in Brief

'Blurt' [blərt] is a verb that means to say something suddenly and without thinking, often causing embarrassment or trouble. It is often used in phrases like 'blurt out,' 'blurt it out,' and 'blurt something forth.' Examples include 'I didn't mean to blurt out the secret' and 'He blurted out an insult before realizing his mistake.' Synonyms include 'exclaim,' 'burst out,' and 'spit out.'