Outlet — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈau̇t-ˌlet/ out·let

Meaning & Definition of Outlet

Outlet (noun)

  1. a place or opening through which something is let out, exit, vent
  2. a means of release or satisfaction for an emotion or impulse
  3. a medium of expression or publication

Outlet (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a place or means of going out

    "this road is the only outlet for traffic coming from the racetrack"

    similar: egress, exit, issue
    related: escape, escape hatch, release, gate, mouth, opening, passage, vent
    opposite: entrance, entranceway, entry, entryway, ingress
    near: access, entrée

  2. a place or opportunity for communicating ideas and information

    "technology has provided many new outlets for amateur writers and artists to share their work with a global audience"

    similar: forum, medium, platform, soapbox, venue
    related: channel, conduit, pipeline, showcase, stage

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Outlet

The most common words with a similar meaning to Outlet:

egress, exit, issue, forum, medium, platform, soapbox, venue

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Outlet

Words with the opposite meaning of Outlet:

entrance, entranceway, entry, entryway, ingress

Related Words for Outlet

escape, escape hatch, release, gate, mouth, opening, passage, vent, channel, conduit, pipeline, showcase, stage

Near Antonyms of Outlet

access, entrée

Origin & Etymology of Outlet

Middle English ut-lete, from ut out + -lete watercourse, from Old English gelǣt, from lǣtan to let

First known use: 13th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Outlet

Words & Phrases Containing Outlet

outlet pass, thoracic outlet syndrome

Frequently Asked Questions about Outlet

What does "Outlet" mean?

"Outlet" means a place or opening through which something is let out, exit, vent. As a noun, it is defined as: a place or opening through which something is let out, exit, vent. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Outlet"?

Other words for "Outlet" include egress, exit, issue, forum, medium, platform, soapbox and venue. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Outlet" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Outlet"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Outlet". Common alternatives include egress, exit, issue, forum, medium, platform, soapbox and venue.

What is the opposite of "Outlet"?

Antonyms of "Outlet" include entrance, entranceway, entry, entryway and ingress. Near antonyms include access and entrée.

How do you use "Outlet" in a sentence?

Examples of "Outlet" in a sentence: "this road is the only outlet for traffic coming from the racetrack"; "technology has provided many new outlets for amateur writers and artists to share their work with a global audience".

Is "Outlet" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Outlet" is a noun.

Is "Outlet" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Outlet" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Outlet"?

"Outlet" is pronounced /ˈau̇t-ˌlet/ and divided into syllables as out·let.