A starburst galaxy is a type of galaxy undergoing a period of intense, accelerated star formation. This process involves the rapid birth of numerous stars, often triggered by gravitational interactions with other galaxies, which compress vast amounts of gas and dust into star-forming regions. These intensive bursts of stellar activity can lead to significantly higher luminosity than typical galaxies of comparable size and can dramatically alter the galaxy's interstellar medium. The resultant starburst often generates powerful outflows of gas and stellar winds, which can influence the subsequent evolutionary stages of the galaxy and its surrounding environment.