Speak out
verb
To say something openly and publicly, especially in protest or to criticize.
She decided to speak out about the injustice she saw at the office.
Often appears as...
- speak out against
- speak out about
verb
To use your voice to be heard amongst a crowd or group.
Despite the noise of the crowd, he decided to speak out.
Often appears as...
- speak out loud
- speak out more
verb
To talk to others to solve a misunderstanding or fight.
Rather than avoiding the issue, you should speak out with your friend.
Often appears as...
- speak out with someone
- speak out for resolution
Usage tips
Colloquial
verb
To say something openly and publicly, especially in protest or to criticize.
She decided to speak out about the injustice she saw at the office.
Often appears as...
- speak out against
- speak out about
verb
To use your voice to be heard amongst a crowd or group.
Despite the noise of the crowd, he decided to speak out.
Often appears as...
- speak out loud
- speak out more
verb
To talk to others to solve a misunderstanding or fight.
Rather than avoiding the issue, you should speak out with your friend.
Often appears as...
- speak out with someone
- speak out for resolution
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Public Stance
Use 'speak out' to express strong, public opposition or support, often on social or political issues.
Celebrities often speak out about climate change.
Pro Tip 2/3Bold Impact
'Speaking out' suggests courage and commitment to address issues important to the community.
He decided to speak out against corruption.
Pro Tip 3/3Media Tool
People often 'speak out' in media interviews or on social media platforms to reach a wide audience.
They spoke out about the policy on a talk show.
Pro Tip 1/3Public Stance
Use 'speak out' to express strong, public opposition or support, often on social or political issues.
Celebrities often speak out about climate change.
Pro Tip 2/3Bold Impact
'Speaking out' suggests courage and commitment to address issues important to the community.
He decided to speak out against corruption.
Pro Tip 3/3Media Tool
People often 'speak out' in media interviews or on social media platforms to reach a wide audience.
They spoke out about the policy on a talk show.
Pro Tip 1/3Public Stance
Use 'speak out' to express strong, public opposition or support, often on social or political issues.
Celebrities often speak out about climate change.
Pro Tip 2/3Bold Impact
'Speaking out' suggests courage and commitment to address issues important to the community.
He decided to speak out against corruption.
Pro Tip 3/3Media Tool
People often 'speak out' in media interviews or on social media platforms to reach a wide audience.
They spoke out about the policy on a talk show.
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