Definition

Verb (transitive): 1. To emit, send out, or release (something, especially a sound, smell, or substance): The verb "give forth" means to produce and discharge something from a source. It often describes a natural or continuous emission.

Usage

"Give forth" is a slightly formal or literary phrasal verb. It is used to describe the action of something (a person, animal, object, or place) producing and releasing a substance, sound, or quality. * It is followed by the object being emitted. * It is often used in written English more than in everyday conversation.

Examples

• The old engine gave forth a cloud of black smoke.
• The flowers gave forth a sweet fragrance that filled the room.
• The bells gave forth a deep, resonant chime.
• The witness refused to give forth any more information.

Advanced Usage

• To give forth light/heat: To emit or radiate light or thermal energy.
  • The sun gives forth light and warmth.
• To give forth a cry/sound: To utter or produce a vocal or auditory signal.
  • The animal gave forth a mournful howl.

Variants and Related Words

• Emit (verb): To produce and discharge (something, especially gas, radiation, or sound). A more common and direct synonym.
• Exude (verb): To discharge (a liquid, smell, or quality) slowly and steadily. Often used for smells or feelings.
• Issue (verb): To come out from a source. Can be used for sounds, smells, or official statements.
• Emanate (verb): To originate from a source and flow out. Often used for abstract things like feelings or sounds.

Synonyms

Emit, release, discharge, send out, produce, exude.

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Give off: A very common synonym for "give forth," especially for smells, heat, or light.
  • The chemical gives off a toxic vapor.
• Give out: Can mean to emit (a sound or signal) or to distribute. It also has the common meaning of to stop working or to become exhausted.
  • The machine gave out a loud beep. (emit)
  • The teacher gave out the test papers. (distribute)
  • My legs gave out after the long run. (failed/exhausted)

Verb

1. give out (breath or an odor)
   • The chimney exhales a thick smoke