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Rowdier: meaning, definitions and examples

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rowdier

 

[ ˈraʊdiər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

party atmosphere

Rowdier is an adjective that describes a situation or behavior that is more boisterous, loud, and disorderly than usual. It often refers to parties, gatherings, or events where people are excessively cheerful and lively, sometimes to the point of creating chaos. The term suggests a lack of restraint in behavior and can connotate a sense of fun but also a hint of annoyance for those seeking a more subdued environment.

Synonyms

boisterous, disorderly, loud, raucous, unruly

Examples of usage

  • The party got rowdier as the night progressed.
  • The crowd became rowdier after the concert ended.
  • He prefers rowdier gatherings over quiet dinners.

Translations

Translations of the word "rowdier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais barulhento

🇮🇳 ज़्यादा शोरगुल वाला

🇩🇪 lauter

🇮🇩 lebih gaduh

🇺🇦 галасливіший

🇵🇱 głośniejszy

🇯🇵 騒がしい

🇫🇷 plus bruyant

🇪🇸 más ruidoso

🇹🇷 daha gürültülü

🇰🇷 더 시끄러운

🇸🇦 أكثر ضجيجًا

🇨🇿 hlasitější

🇸🇰 hlučnejší

🇨🇳 更吵闹的

🇸🇮 bol glasen

🇮🇸 höglátari

🇰🇿 дауыстырақ

🇬🇪 მეტი ხმაური

🇦🇿 daha səsli

🇲🇽 más ruidoso

Etymology

The term 'rowdy' can be traced back to the early 19th century, with origins in the Scottish dialect where it referred to a noisy or tumultuous person. The word is thought to have derived from 'row', meaning to make noise or to disturb. Over time, 'rowdy' evolved to describe not only individuals but also groups engaged in loud or disruptive behavior. The comparative form 'rowdier' emerged as a way to compare levels of rowdiness, often used in contexts involving social gatherings such as parties or events where excessive noise and disorderly conduct might be present. Language adaptations and influences have shaped the term into its modern usage, reflecting changes in social behaviors and group dynamics.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,704, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.