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Roister Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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roister

[หˆrษ”ษชstษ™r ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

loud behavior

To engage in noisy and boisterous behavior, often accompanied by drinking and revelry. Roistering often involves loud laughter, singing, and general merrymaking.

Synonyms

carouse, celebrate, revel.

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Word Description / Examples
roister

Use this word when talking about someone who is being noisy and possibly behaving in an arrogant, disruptive way. It often has a negative connotation.

  • He loves to roister around the town, making a scene wherever he goes.
  • The group began to roister, disturbing everyone around them late at night.
carouse

This word is best used when referring to someone drinking alcohol and enjoying themselves in a lively way. It can imply heavy drinking.

  • After the victory, they went to carouse at the local tavern.
  • They stayed up all night, carousing and sharing stories.
revel

Choose 'revel' when talking about enjoying oneself in a lively and noisy way, similar to 'carouse', but it doesn't necessarily imply drinking.

  • The town's people love to revel during the annual festival.
  • She reveled in her success, enjoying every moment of it.
celebrate

Use 'celebrate' in any positive scenario involving a festive occasion or accomplishment. It's a general and positive word.

  • We celebrate Christmas with our family every year.
  • They celebrated their anniversary with a grand party.

Examples of usage

  • He spent the night roistering with his friends at the pub.
  • The group of young men roistered through the streets, causing a commotion.
  • She was known for her roistering ways, always the life of the party.

Translations

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Origin of 'roister'

The word 'roister' originated in the early 16th century and is believed to have come from Middle Dutch 'roisten', meaning to brag or bluster. Over time, it evolved to refer to noisy and rowdy revelry, often associated with excessive drinking and merrymaking.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,746, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.