Pronunciation: [a͡ʊtbˈɔːl] (IPA) 
The word "outbawl" is spelled with six letters and pronounced as /aʊtˈbɔːl/. The initial syllable "out" is pronounced as the diphthong /aʊ/ which represents a combination of the vowels /a/ and /ʊ/. The second syllable "bawl" is pronounced as /bɔːl/ with a long o sound /ɔː/ and a silent letter w. The word means to shout or cry loudly and can be used as a verb in a sentence.
Outbawl is a transitive verb that is commonly used to refer to the act of shouting or screaming more loudly or forcefully than someone else. It is derived from the combination of the prefix "out," indicating surpassing or exceeding, and the verb "bawl," which means to cry or wail loudly. When one outbawls another person, they effectively drown out or overpower their opponent's voice through their vocal intensity.
The word outbawl is primarily associated with situations where individuals engage in a vocal competition, whether it be an argument, a disagreement, or a heated discussion. It suggests a desire to assert dominance or control by using a more forceful and assertive voice to make one's point or overpower the opposing party. Outbawling can be seen as a strategy to gain an upper hand in a conversation or to ensure that one's message or perspective is heard and acknowledged.
Typically used in informal or colloquial contexts, outbawl conveys an image of vocal intensity, with the intention to overpower, intimidate, or assert superiority over others. It emphasizes the volume and the strength of one's voice, highlighting the ability to maintain control over a verbal exchange through sheer vocal force. While outbawling is commonly associated with verbal clashes, it can also refer to instances where one person uses their voice to dominate a situation, showing authority or superiority over one or more individuals.
The word "outbawl" is derived from the combination of the prefix "out-" and the verb "bawl".
"Out-" is a prefix that indicates a sense of surpassing, exceeding, or going beyond. It is often used to convey the idea of being more intense, prolonged, or extreme than something else.
The word "bawl" comes from the Middle English word "bawlen", which means to shout loudly or to cry out vehemently. It can be traced back to the Old Norse word "baula" and the Old High German word "būalōn".
By combining the prefix "out-" with the verb "bawl", the word "outbawl" is formed. It suggests the act of shouting or crying out even louder or more intensely compared to others or a previous instance.
