Output — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈau̇t-ˌpu̇t/ out·put

Meaning & Definition of Output

Output (noun)

  1. something produced
  2. mineral, agricultural, or industrial production
  3. mental or artistic production

Output (verb)

  1. to produce as output

Output (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something produced by physical or intellectual effort

    "an author known for his prodigious literary output"

    similar: affair, fruit, handiwork, labor, produce, product, production, thing, work, yield
    related: article, commodity, entry, object, goods, line, merchandise, wares, handcraft, handicraft, aftereffect, aftermath, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, issue, outcome, result, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot, by-product, derivative, offshoot, offspring, outgrowth, residual, side effect, spin-off

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Output

The most common words with a similar meaning to Output:

affair, fruit, handiwork, labor, produce, product, production, thing, work, yield

Related Words for Output

article, commodity, entry, object, goods, line, merchandise, wares, handcraft, handicraft, aftereffect, aftermath, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, issue, outcome, result, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot, by-product, derivative, offshoot, offspring, outgrowth, residual

Word Forms of Output

Inflections: outputted, outputting

Origin & Etymology of Output

First known use: 1841

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Output

Frequently Asked Questions about Output

What does "Output" mean?

"Output" means something produced. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: something produced.

What is another word for "Output"?

Other words for "Output" include affair, fruit, handiwork, labor, produce, product, production and thing. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Output" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Output"?

There are 42 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Output". Common alternatives include affair, fruit, handiwork, labor, produce, product, production, thing, work and yield.

How do you use "Output" in a sentence?

Examples of "Output" in a sentence: "an author known for his prodigious literary output".

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

"Output" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

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

As a B2-level word, "Output" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Output"?

"Output" is pronounced /ˈau̇t-ˌpu̇t/ and divided into syllables as out·put.

What is the origin of the word "Output"?

First known use: 1841.