Loudmouthed: meaning, definitions and examples
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loudmouthed
[ ˈlaʊdˌmaʊθd ]
character trait
Loudmouthed describes a person who talks a lot and often speaks loudly and indiscreetly. This trait can sometimes be seen as boisterous or obnoxious, as loudmouthed individuals tend to lack discretion in their speech. They may dominate conversations and attract attention in social situations due to their volume and confidence.
Synonyms
blatant, boisterous, garrulous, talkative.
Examples of usage
- He was always loudmouthed at the party, making it hard for others to speak.
- Her loudmouthed comments during the meeting drew mixed reactions from her colleagues.
- The loudmouthed politician failed to consider the sensitivities of his audience.
Translations
Translations of the word "loudmouthed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 barulhento
🇮🇳 शोर करने वाला
🇩🇪 lautsprecher
🇮🇩 berisik
🇺🇦 гучномовний
🇵🇱 głośny
🇯🇵 大声の
🇫🇷 bruyant
🇪🇸 ruidoso
🇹🇷 gürültücü
🇰🇷 시끄러운
🇸🇦 صاخب
🇨🇿 hlasitý
🇸🇰 hlasný
🇨🇳 吵闹的
🇸🇮 glasen
🇮🇸 hávaðasamur
🇰🇿 шумен
🇬🇪 მაღალი ხმის
🇦🇿 səsli
🇲🇽 ruidoso
Etymology
The term loudmouthed is a compound adjective formed from the words 'loud' and 'mouthed'. The word 'loud' is derived from the Old English 'hlūd', which means 'strong; clear and distinct; loud in sound'. It has Germanic origins, akin to the Dutch 'luid' and the German 'laut'. The second part, 'mouthed', comes from the noun 'mouth', which has Old English roots as 'mūð', signifying 'the opening through which food is taken in and vocal sounds are emitted'. 'Mouth' has been used in various forms in different languages, tracing back to Proto-Indo-European *meu-, which means 'to close' or 'to shut'. Therefore, when combined, the term loudmouthed suggests a person with a mouth that makes a lot of noise, typically characterized by volumes of speech combined with boldness or brashness. The usage of the word has evolved over time, and it is often used negatively to describe someone who is perceived as too outspoken or rude in social contexts. The first known use of the term in print dates back to the early 20th century, capturing a cultural reference to individuals who speak without consideration of their audience.