bring out

verb

brought out; bringing out; brings out

transitive verb

1

a

: to make apparent

b

: to effectively develop (something, such as a quality)

2

a

: to present to the public

b

: to introduce formally to society

3

: utter

Synonyms

• articulate
• enunciate
• pass
• say
• speak
• state
• talk
• tell
• utter
• verbalize
• vocalize

Examples of bring out in a Sentence

he ever so casually brings out the names of celebrities with whom he's supposedly buddy-buddy

a blue scarf would bring out the color of your eyes

Recent Examples on the Web

The energizing effects of Jack Herer complement the rich, bold flavors of a strong coffee, while the earthy tones of the strain bring out the complex flavors of dark chocolate. —Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2025

There is a legacy out there of bad harvests and tough winters that by some alchemy brings out the best in people, reminds them to be friendly and kind, and put others first. —Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025

Paris Fashion Week brought out the best in style, with Regina King, Doja Cat, and Christina Milian turning heads at some of the most exclusive shows. —Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025

This album embodies the playful, confident and bold nature of this Fire sign, with Gaga bringing out her inner theatre kid. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1579, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for bring out

• about
• bailout
• blackout
• blowout
• breakout
• burnout
• buyout
• checkout
• closeout
• cutout
• devout
• dropout

Kids Definition

bring out

verb

1

: to develop fully

a difficult task seems to bring out your best

2

: to produce and offer for sale

bring out a new book