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Another word for outing
Choosing another word for outing depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A short trip or excursion taken for pleasure, recreation, or education, typically lasting no more than a day.
Usage Example
"The school organized an educational excursion to the natural history museum for the fifth-grade class."
Strongest
excursion
day trip
trip
Strong
jaunt
field trip
expedition
• noun (Context 2)
An appearance or participation in a sporting competition or public event.
Usage Example
"The rookie pitcher had an impressive first appearance, striking out eight batters in six innings."
Strong
appearance
performance
turn
• noun (Context 3)
The act of publicly revealing a secret or private aspect of a person's life, especially their sexual orientation or gender identity, without their consent.
Usage Example
"The unauthorized exposure of the public official sparked a major debate regarding media ethics and personal privacy."
Strong
exposure
disclosure
revelation
unmasking
Opposites of outing
The opposite of outing shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
concealment
cover-up
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Outing. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/outing