unleash

verb
UK: /ʌnˈliːʃ/
US: /ʌnˈliːʃ/

  1. To release a powerful force, emotion, or creature that was previously held back.

    1. The crowd was ready to unleash their anger.
    2. The new economic policy is expected to unleash a wave of innovation.

  2. To suddenly let something have a strong effect or influence.

    1. The storm will unleash heavy rains tonight.
    2. The documentary aims to unleash a public debate about environmental issues.

  3. To set free from a restraint.

    1. He will unleash the dogs to guard the property.
    2. The company plans to unleash its new product line next quarter.

Synonyms

release trigger vent liberate unfetter discharge loose
unleash noun

  1. The act of releasing or setting free something powerful.

    1. The unleash of fury was something to behold.
    2. The unleash of creativity led to groundbreaking innovations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "unleash" in English means: To release a powerful force, emotion, or creature that was previously held back., To suddenly let something have a strong effect or influence., To set free from a restraint..

The phonetic transcription of "unleash" is /ʌnˈliːʃ/ in British English and /ʌnˈliːʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "unleash": release, trigger, vent, liberate, unfetter, discharge, loose.

Example usage of "unleash": "The crowd was ready to unleash their anger.". More examples on the page.