Clamorous: meaning, definitions and examples

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clamorous

 

[ ˈklamərəs ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

loud noise

making a loud and confused noise

Synonyms

noisy, uproarious, vociferous.

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Word Description / Examples
clamorous

Often used to describe a loud and persistent demand or outcry, especially from a group of people. It can have a slightly negative connotation.

  • The clamorous crowd outside the courthouse demanded justice.
  • Clamorous protests erupted after the policy was announced.
noisy

A general term for anything that makes a lot of noise. It can be used to describe environments, objects, or people and doesn't necessarily have a negative connotation.

  • The children were being noisy during the meeting.
  • We couldn't sleep because our neighbors were too noisy.
uproarious

Used to describe very loud and often jubilant or boisterous noise. It usually has a positive or neutral connotation and is often associated with laughter or celebrations.

  • The comedian's performance was met with uproarious laughter.
  • The party became uproarious as the night went on.
vociferous

Used in a more formal context to describe someone who expresses their opinions loudly and forcefully. It can have a slightly negative connotation, implying excessive or unwanted noise.

  • The vociferous debate between the politicians lasted for hours.
  • She became vociferous in her objections to the new policy.

Examples of usage

  • the clamorous crowd outside the courthouse
  • the clamorous birds in the trees
Context #2 | Adjective

demanding attention

demanding attention in a loud or emphatic way

Synonyms

insistent, obstreperous, vociferous.

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clamorous

Suitable for describing a situation or environment that is very loud and demanding attention.

  • The clamorous crowd outside the stadium made it hard to hear anything.
  • The clamorous protests filled the streets with noise.
vociferous

Appropriate when describing someone who is loud and forceful in expressing their opinions or demands.

  • The vociferous activists made sure their voices were heard.
  • His vociferous objections disrupted the meeting.
insistent

Best used when referring to someone or something that is persistent and demanding in a firm way.

  • She was insistent about getting a refund for the defective product.
  • Despite my reluctance, his insistent requests made me reconsider.
obstreperous

Used to describe someone who is noisy and difficult to control, often in a negative sense.

  • The obstreperous children refused to settle down for the night.
  • His obstreperous behavior got him expelled from the classroom.

Examples of usage

  • a clamorous campaign for political reform
  • clamorous complaints from the customers

Translations

Translations of the word "clamorous" in other languages:

🇵🇹 barulhento

🇮🇳 कोलाहलपूर्ण

🇩🇪 laut

🇮🇩 berisik

🇺🇦 галасливий

🇵🇱 głośny

🇯🇵 騒がしい

🇫🇷 bruyant

🇪🇸 ruidoso

🇹🇷 gürültülü

🇰🇷 시끄러운

🇸🇦 صاخب

🇨🇿 hlučný

🇸🇰 hlučný

🇨🇳 喧闹的

🇸🇮 hrupen

🇮🇸 látlaus

🇰🇿 шулы

🇬🇪 ხმაურიანი

🇦🇿 səs-küylü

🇲🇽 ruidoso

Etymology

The word 'clamorous' originated from the late Middle English word 'clamourous', which in turn came from the Old French word 'clamoreus'. It has been used in English literature since the 15th century to describe loud and demanding noises or actions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,060, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.