Vociferate: meaning, definitions and examples
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vociferate
[ voʊˈsɪf.əˌreɪt ]
loud expression
To vociferate means to shout or cry out loudly and persistently. The term often implies a level of intensity and urgency in the manner of speaking. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is trying to make their voice heard above others or in a noisy environment. Vociferating can be a way to express strong emotions such as anger, frustration, or passion.
Synonyms
bellow, bluster, clamor, holler, shout.
Examples of usage
- He began to vociferate his objections during the meeting.
- The crowd vociferated for justice at the rally.
- She vociferated her support for the cause loudly.
- They vociferated in unison against the proposed changes.
Translations
Translations of the word "vociferate" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vociferar
🇮🇳 शोर मचाना
🇩🇪 lauthals rufen
🇮🇩 teriak
🇺🇦 громогласно вигукувати
🇵🇱 wołać głośno
🇯🇵 大声で叫ぶ
🇫🇷 vociférer
🇪🇸 vociferar
🇹🇷 yüksek sesle bağırmak
🇰🇷 고함치다
🇸🇦 يصرخ
🇨🇿 křičet
🇸🇰 kričať
🇨🇳 大声喊叫
🇸🇮 glasno klicati
🇮🇸 hrópa
🇰🇿 дауыстап шақыру
🇬🇪 ხმის გაწვდენა
🇦🇿 səsli çağırmaq
🇲🇽 vociferar
Etymology
The word 'vociferate' comes from the Latin verb 'vociferari', which combines 'vox' meaning 'voice' and 'ferre' meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. This etymology reflects the act of carrying one's voice into the air, often in a forceful or noisy manner. The earliest usage of the term in English dates back to the early 19th century, suggesting a loud and passionate way of expressing oneself. Over the years, 'vociferate' has retained its connotation of intense vocal expression, often in situations where subtlety is absent. It is frequently employed in legal and political contexts, where individuals vociferate their positions or dissenting views.