Meaning & Definition of word "Blurt"
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Blurt
/blɜrt/
verb:
- 1. To say something suddenly and without careful consideration.
- Example: I didn't mean to blurt out her secret in front of everyone.
- 2. To speak impulsively or hastily, often revealing something unintended.
- Example: He tends to blurt his thoughts without thinking about the consequences.
- 3. To utter something abruptly and unintentionally.
- Example: She blurted the answer before the teacher even finished asking the question.
- 4. To let something slip in conversation without the desire to share it.
- Example: During the discussion, he accidentally blurred out that they had won the award.
- 5. To disclose information suddenly or without warning.
- Example: When asked about the surprise party, she blurted out the entire plan.
Etymology
Origin unknown, possibly imitative.
Common Phrases and Expressions
blurt out:
To say something suddenly and unintentionally.
Related Words
shout:
To speak or cry out loudly.
interrupt:
To break the continuity of something; to stop someone while they are speaking.
Slang Meanings of blurt
Meaning: To spill the tea.
Example Sentence: When she asked about his relationship, he just blurred out the whole story.
Meaning: To drop some truth.
Example Sentence: He always blurted the truth even when it wasn't the right time.